17 Children Rescued from Hostage Situation at Mumbai Film Audition: Police Intervention Ends Crisis

Oct 30, 2025 08:13 pm CST

Police in Mumbai successfully rescued 17 children who were taken hostage during a film audition at RA Studios in Powai. The perpetrator, identified as Rohit Arya, died from injuries sustained during the police intervention. Authorities responded quickly after a disturbing video message from the hostage-taker circulated, executing a tactical entry to free all children safely. The investigation into the motives behind this alarming incident continues.