Bangladeshi Angle in Saif Ali Khan Stabbing Case Raises Political Din

Shehzad, who previously worked in a pub, has been living in various locations in Maharashtra and changed his name out of fear of being caught

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The political landscape has intensified following the arrest of the accused in the stabbing case of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan. The Mumbai Police detained Mohammad Shariful Islam Shehzad on Sunday morning in Thane, Maharashtra, and suspect he may be a Bangladeshi national, igniting allegations and counter-accusations between political parties.

Dikshit Gedam, DCP, Crime Branch Mumbai, confirmed the arrest of Shehzad, who reportedly attacked Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence early Thursday morning.

"There is primary evidence to suggest the accused is a Bangladeshi. He lacks valid Indian documentation, and some seizures indicate he may not be an Indian citizen," said Gedam during a press conference.

According to the police, Shehzad, aged 30, entered Saif Ali Khan's home with the intent to rob. The actor sustained six stab wounds during a struggle with the intruder and underwent multiple surgeries at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital. He is now recovering and out of danger.