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Powai Hostage Crisis: Rohit Arya Killed After Taking 17 Children Hostage in Mumbai | Full Story

Calender Nov 29, 2025
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Powai Hostage Crisis: Rohit Arya Killed After Taking 17 Children Hostage in Mumbai | Full Story

A shocking incident unfolded in Mumbai’s Powai area when Rohit Arya took 17 children hostage inside a small film studio called RA Studios, claiming it was an “audition.” 😨 According to police, Arya opened fire with an air gun during a rescue operation, prompting officers to return fire. He was hit in the chest and later died during treatment. Before the incident, Arya had released a disturbing video saying he chose “hostage-taking instead of dying by suicide” and made what he called “moral and ethical demands.” All 17 children — aged 8 to 14 — were safely rescued after a tense two-hour standoff. 🙏 Police have recovered an air gun and chemical containers from the scene, and investigations are ongoing. 📍Watch till the end for the full breakdown of the Powai hostage crisis and what led Rohit Arya to this shocking act.

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