Comedian Kapil Sharma is now under threat from the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate due to his connection with Salman Khan. This follows a shooting at Sharma's restaurant in Canada, claimed by the Bishnoi gang. An audio clip reveals threats against those working with Khan, vowing violence, even murder, using AK-47s.
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