New Delhi, May 19, 2026: A wave of sudden panic gripped Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai’s upscale Bandra neighborhood on Monday when a massive 5-foot-long snake was spotted slithering inside the building complex. The high-profile residential building, which is home to Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and his family, saw immediate security deployment and locals rushing to alert emergency services.
Fortunately, wildlife experts and local authorities acted swiftly, ensuring the reptile was captured safely without causing harm to any residents or the snake itself.
High Alert At Galaxy Apartments
The incident unfolded on Monday morning when building security personnel and local residents noticed a large snake moving near the building’s lower levels. Upon inspection, the 5-foot-long reptile was found hidden inside a shutter within the car parking area of Galaxy Apartments.
Given the high-profile nature of the building and the constant presence of security staff, fans, and paparazzi outside, the discovery of the large serpent triggered a brief period of anxiety and concern. Security guards immediately cordoned off the area to prevent anyone from getting too close to the parking zone.
Building management wasted no time and promptly contacted local police, the Forest Department, and professional snake wranglers to handle the situation.
Swift Action By Wildlife Rescuers
A professional snake catcher and wildlife experts from the Resqink Association for Wildlife Welfare (RAWW) arrived at the spot shortly after being alerted. Visuals from the location showed the snake wrangler calmly assessing the situation under the supervision of local officials.
The expert wrangler managed to track the snake beneath the shutter structure. Proving his expertise, he carefully handled the large reptile by its tail, coiled it securely, and placed it inside a rescue bag.
How Dangerous Was The Snake?
The reptile has been identified as a Dhamin snake, commonly known as the Indian Rat Snake.
| Snake Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Indian Rat Snake (Dhamin) |
| Length Found | Approximately 5 feet |
| Venom Status | Non-venomous |
| Primary Diet | Rodents, frogs, and small birds |
| Behavior | Fast-moving, avoids human conflict unless cornered |
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While its impressive five-foot length and swift movements can easily terrify onlookers, wildlife experts emphasized that the Indian Rat Snake poses no lethal threat to humans. They are highly beneficial to urban ecosystems as they control the rodent population. Experts added that the snake likely strayed into the parking lot from nearby green patches or drainage systems in search of prey.
Not The First Snake Encounter For Salman Khan
Interestingly, this is not the first time Salman Khan has made headlines involving snakes. Back in December 2021, just a day before his birthday, the Sultan actor was bitten by a non-venomous snake at his farmhouse in Panvel.
During that incident, Salman had spent six hours in a hospital for treatment and later recounted the story with humor, explaining how he had tried to gently carry the snake out of his farmhouse using a stick when it climbed up and bit him thrice. Following Monday’s event at Galaxy Apartments, fans on social media were quick to point out the bizarre coincidence.
Salman Khan’s Current Projects
While the snake scare caused a momentary stir on the home front, Salman Khan continues to remain busy with a packed professional calendar.
Following his last major theatrical release Tiger 3 in late 2023, the actor starred in the action-drama Sikandar in 2025, directed by AR Murugadoss. More recently, he surprised fans with a highly praised cameo performance as Jiva Mahala in Riteish Deshmukh’s historical drama Raja Shivaji, which has rewritten records to become the highest-grossing Marathi film of all time.
Currently, Salman is focusing on his upcoming heavy-duty project titled Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The film features Salman in the role of a military officer modeled after Colonel B. Santosh Babu, and is slated for a major release on August 14.
Residents of Galaxy Apartments have expressed relief following the safe extraction of the snake, and regular activities outside the Bollywood star’s iconic residence have smoothly returned to normal.