
Rumours of a firing incident outside Bollywood comedian Kapil Sharma's residence in Amritsar were circulated on social media but were officially denied by the Amritsar Commissionerate Police after thorough verification. The police urged the public to avoid spreading unverified information and rely on official sources. These rumours followed multiple shooting attacks on Kapil Sharma's Canada-based café in Surrey, British Columbia, where pro-Khalistan groups allegedly claimed responsibility for the incidents in 2025.
The articles present official police statements denying the firing incident, emphasizing verification and urging caution against rumours. They reference prior attacks linked to pro-Khalistan groups without editorializing, reflecting a focus on factual reporting from law enforcement and media sources without partisan framing.
The tone across the articles is neutral and factual, focusing on clarifying misinformation and providing official updates. While the mention of previous attacks introduces a serious context, the overall sentiment remains measured, avoiding sensationalism or alarmism.
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| Source | Their headline | Bias | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|
| thetribune | No firing at Kapil Sharma's Amritsar residence, police dismiss rumours - The Tribune | Center | Neutral |
| thestatesman | Firing outside Kapil Sharma's Amritsar residence? Police issues clarification | Center | Neutral |
thestatesman broke this story on 25 May, 11:26 am. Other outlets followed.
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