The producer of the upcoming film Kala Hiran, Amit Jani, has alleged that he received death threats from Pakistan-based phone numbers, prompting police in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district to register an FIR and launch an investigation. The incident has also alerted security and intelligence agencies due to the nature of the threats and the origin of the calls.

According to the complaint filed by Jani, he was in Datia to offer prayers at the revered Pitambara Peeth temple and was staying at a private hotel when he began receiving threatening WhatsApp calls, audio clips and videos from Pakistan-registered mobile numbers.

Threats Over Film Release

Jani told police that on the night of July 6, at around 1 am, he received audio and video messages from a Pakistani phone number. The following morning, he allegedly received another WhatsApp call from a different Pakistan-based number.

The caller reportedly warned him not to release Kala Hiran, threatening to kill him if the film reached theatres. According to the complaint, the caller claimed that no amount of security would be able to prevent the attack and allegedly threatened to blow him up with explosives.

Videos Allegedly Showed Weapons

The producer also claimed that one of the videos sent to him featured a man identifying himself as Pakistani terrorist Shehzad Bhatti. According to Jani, the individual appeared with sophisticated weapons, including what were claimed to be grenades and rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) launchers, while issuing threats linked to the film's release.

Following the incident, Jani approached Datia Kotwali police and submitted a written complaint. Police have registered an FIR and begun examining the WhatsApp calls, messages and video clips to verify their authenticity and trace the source.

Security Agencies Monitoring Case

Officials have initiated a technical investigation into the international numbers used to send the messages. Given the cross-border angle and the serious nature of the threats, intelligence and security agencies have also been informed and are monitoring the developments.

Police have not yet made any official statement confirming the identity of the person behind the messages. Investigators are analysing digital evidence before drawing any conclusions.

Who Is Amit Jani?

Amit Jani, a resident of Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, is the owner of Jani Firefox Media and is known for producing films inspired by real-life and controversial events. His previous projects include Udaipur Files and Karachi to Noida.

His latest film, Kala Hiran, is based on the 1998 blackbuck poaching case that involved actor Salman Khan. The teaser of the film was released on June 20 and has since attracted public attention.

Background of the Blackbuck Case

The blackbuck poaching case dates back to 1998, when Salman Khan and several co-stars were shooting for Hum Saath Saath Hain near Jodhpur. The actor faced multiple criminal cases, including those related to blackbuck hunting and violations of the Arms Act.

In April 2018, a trial court convicted Salman Khan in the blackbuck poaching case and sentenced him to five years in prison before granting him bail. The matter is currently pending before the Rajasthan High Court, with the next hearing scheduled for July 13, 2026.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the latest threat allegations, while the release plans for Kala Hiran remain unchanged as of now.