Two Snakes Spotted at Shah Rukh Khan’s Residence Mannat; One Rescued, One Escapes
An unexpected wildlife encounter took place at actor Shah Rukh Khan’s Bandra residence, Mannat, on Monday evening when two snakes were spotted on the bungalow’s premises. The incident led to an immediate wildlife response involving a trained snake rescuer and Forest Department authorities, resulting in the safe capture and relocation of one reptile while the other managed to slip away.
What Happened
According to reports referencing snake rescuer Vicky Dubey, a call regarding the presence of two snakes on the property was received around 8 pm on Monday. Before heading to the Bandra bungalow, Dubey alerted officials from the Forest Department as well as the Mumbai Range Office in Thane.
Upon reaching the superstar’s residence, the rescuer located one snake coiled beneath a staircase in the courtyard area. The reptile, which appeared frightened by the commotion, was identified as a Dhaman, commonly referred to as the Indian rat snake, which is non-venomous. Rescuers safely secured the snake and reassured everyone present on the property that there was no reason to panic.
In line with official Forest Department protocols, the captured rat snake was later released into its natural habitat. However, the second snake that had been seen on the grounds was startled by people moving in the vicinity and managed to escape before it could be caught.
Key Highlights
- Two snakes were observed on the grounds of Shah Rukh Khan’s Bandra residence, Mannat, on Monday evening.
- Snake rescuer Vicky Dubey and Forest Department authorities were alerted at around 8 pm.
- A non-venomous Indian rat snake (Dhaman) was found under a courtyard staircase and safely retrieved.
- The rescued snake was relocated to its natural habitat in accordance with Forest Department guidelines.
- A second snake fled the location after being startled by human activity and was not captured.
- The incident follows a similar occurrence earlier this year at Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartment, where a snake wrangler was also deployed to capture a reptile.
Why This Matters
The sighting highlights encounters with local wildlife in residential properties across Mumbai. The presence of the Indian rat snake—a non-venomous species—meant there was no venomous threat to the inhabitants, as confirmed by the rescuer during the intervention. Wildlife sightings in high-profile areas are not unprecedented; earlier this year, a snake was similarly discovered at actor Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartment, requiring intervention by a professional wrangler to ensure safe capture and handover to relevant authorities.
What to Watch Next
While one reptile was safely relocated according to established wildlife protocols, the second snake left the premises and was not accounted for by the rescue team. On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan continues preparations for his upcoming action production King, directed to feature an ensemble cast including Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Arshad Warsi, Raghav Juyal, and Jaideep Ahlawat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of snake was rescued from Mannat?
The rescued reptile was confirmed to be an Indian rat snake, locally known as a Dhaman, which is a non-venomous species.
What happened to the second snake spotted on the property?
The second snake was startled by the movement of people in the area and escaped before the rescue team could secure it.
Where was the rescued snake taken?
Following standard Forest Department guidelines, the captured Indian rat snake was safely released back into its natural habitat.
Source: Bollywood Hungama (via reporting from Hindustan Times)