Saif Ali Khan news: Kareena Kapoor breaks silence on attack, says ‘still trying to process’ | Full text of statement

Saif Ali Khan Attack News: Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan has issued her first statement on the incident of knife attack on husband Saif Ali Khan at their Mumbai home and said the family is “still trying to process” the events that have unfolded. Kareena Kapoor Khan also said that the day was incredibly challenging for the family. She has also urged the media to refrain from making speculations regarding the attack on Saif Ali Khan.

Saif Ali Khan suffered six knife wounds after an intruder entered his Bandra residence in the early hours of Thursday and attacked him, leaving the actor severely injured with a piece of the knife lodged in his spine. The doctors at Lilavati Hospital, where the actor is currently admitted, removed a 2.5 inch piece of knife from his spine. He also suffered two deep wounds as he confronted the attacker. Saif Ali Khan attack LIVE news updates

Kareena Kapoor Khan issued the statement on a story on Instagram.

KAREENA KAPOOR'S ON SAIF ALI KHAN'S STABBING: FULL STATEMENT

It has been an incredibly challenging day for our family, and we are still trying to process the events that have unfolded. As we navigate this difficult time, I respectfully and humbly request that the media and paparazzi refrain from the relentless speculation and coverage.

While we appreciate the concern and support, the constant scrutiny and attention are not only overwhelming but also pose a significant risk to our safety. I kindly request that you respect our boundaries and give us the space we need to heal and cope as a family.

I would like to thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation during this sensitive time -Kareena Kapoor Khan

WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE ATTACKER?

Police have released a picture of the intruder who was caught on camera leaving the building after attacking Saif Ali Khan.

The CCTV footage, captured at 2:33 am on Thursday morning, showed the suspect's face as he rushes down the stairs. He is seen wearing a brown collared t-shirt and red scarf or ‘gamcha’.

The attacker is currently absconding.

HOW EVENTS UNFOLDED AT SAIF'S HOME AT 2 AM?

After gaining entry into Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's Bandra residence, the intruder first entered the couple's youngest child Jeh's room.

Recounting her experience, a staff nurse, who also sustained injuries to her wrist, said she woke up around 2 am after hearing a sound in Jeh's room and found the bathroom light on.

In her statement to the police, nurse Eliyama Philip said, “I sat up to see who was in the bathroom when I saw a short, thin man come out and move towards Jeh's bed. I immediately stood up.”

“Koi Awaaz Nahi [don't make any noise],” the man said in Hindi, the nurse recalled.

“I still walked towards Jeh to wake him up. The man had a wooden stick in his left hand and in his right hand he had a long, hacksaw-like blade. He rushed towards me,” Eliyama Philip said.

When asked what he wants, the attacker asked for ₹1 crore.

When she raised an alarm, Saif and Kareena ran to the area where they found the intruder. It was then the man attacked Saif Ali Khan as the actor confronted him.