Sangeeta Bijlani's Pune farmhouse vandalised as intruders steal valuables

Former Bollywood actress and model Sangeeta Bijlani has reported a serious break‑in and vandalism at her farmhouse near Pavana (Pawna) Dam in the Maval area close to Pune. She visited the property on Friday, 18 July 2025, after a long gap and says the place had been locked for about four months because she could not travel there due to her father’s health issues. When she arrived with two house helps, she found the main gate and the front door forced open. Window grills were bent or smashed, several pieces of furniture were damaged, and the closed‑circuit (CCTV) security cameras had been destroyed, apparently to hide evidence of the intrusion. According to her statement, some valuables were missing, including a television set and other household items (she is in the process of listing everything for the police). The interior showed signs of rough searching—cupboards disturbed, drawers pulled out, and broken fittings—suggesting the intruders spent time moving through different rooms rather than leaving quickly.

Sangeeta immediately approached Pune Rural Police with a written complaint and asked for a full investigation, including a detailed site inspection and forensic work to collect fingerprints or any trace material that might remain even after the cameras were damaged. She has requested that an FIR (First Information Report) be registered under sections related to housebreaking, theft, and criminal trespass. Pune Rural Superintendent of Police Sandeep Singh Gill and his team have reportedly begun preliminary steps: securing the perimeter, photographing damage, and preserving whatever evidence the vandals did not destroy. Officials will likely review nearby road CCTV, speak with neighbours, local watchmen, or delivery personnel, and check mobile tower data (subject to legal procedure) to narrow the time window of the break‑in. Because the farmhouse was unoccupied for months, investigators must first establish when the crime likely occurred—rain patterns, dust layers, insect activity, or freshness of shoe prints can sometimes help estimate timing. Destroyed CCTV units might still yield internal memory cards if not fully burned or water‑damaged; technicians will attempt data recovery if possible. Police may also look for tool marks on locks or hinges to understand what kind of equipment was used, helping link the act to any known local burglary methods.

Sangeeta’s cited reason for her absence—family health concerns—explains why routine checks did not happen earlier. Experts often advise periodic caretaker visits or remote monitoring for isolated properties; in this case, the prolonged vacancy may have signalled low risk of immediate detection to the offenders. She has urged fans and the public not to speculate online while the formal investigation proceeds. At this stage authorities have not named suspects, and all references to “intruders” remain general until evidence identifies specific individuals. The actress’s quick filing of a written complaint is important legally: it creates an official record date, preserves early impressions, and triggers mandatory procedural steps. She has asked for a comprehensive forensic examination rather than a simple damage note, a request that can improve chances of tracing the culprits. For homeowners, the incident is a reminder to maintain updated inventories of valuables, keep serial numbers of electronics, and store backups of surveillance footage offsite or in the cloud. Even when cameras are physically destroyed, remote storage can still supply images of the approach or initial entry. For now, police focus remains on documenting the scene before repairs begin, since premature cleaning can erase subtle evidence like shoe sole patterns, fibre strands, or tool scrapings. Insurance assessment (if any policy covers the property) would also rely on these early photographs and itemised loss lists. Further updates will depend on whether investigators locate recoverable video, witness statements, or pawn shop records matching stolen items.

Her film career

Sangeeta Bijlani rose to fame in late 1980s and early 1990s Hindi cinema, appearing in popular films such as Tridev, Jurm, Tahqiqaat, and Nirbhay. She received a Filmfare Award (Best Supporting Actress) recognition for her work in Jurm, which strengthened her industry reputation for screen presence and style. After a series of roles across action, drama, and thriller genres, she gradually stepped away from acting, with her last on‑screen appearance in 1997 before choosing a low‑profile personal life outside regular film work. Over the years she has maintained a selective public presence, occasionally attending industry events, charitable functions, or sharing fitness and lifestyle posts with followers on social media. Fans remember her for her distinctive fashion sense during a formative period of mainstream Hindi cinema that blended classic melodrama with emerging modern action styles. Her earlier pageant background (she was a prominent beauty title holder before films) helped transition her into advertising and then into film roles that leveraged both glamour and expressive performance.

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Although retired from active film shooting, she remains a nostalgic figure for audiences who grew up with late 80s and early 90s Bollywood soundtracks and ensemble casts. Incidents like the reported farmhouse vandalism often draw renewed public attention, prompting media outlets to revisit career highlights and circulate archival stills or interviews. Supporters online have expressed sympathy and urged a thorough investigation so that stolen property can be recovered and accountability established. For admirers of her film legacy, the hope is that the distress caused by property damage is resolved quickly, allowing her to return to routine activities without prolonged legal or insurance complications. The situation also illustrates how public figures, even when less active professionally, continue to face risks similar to other property owners and thus benefit from updated security measures suited to modern threats. For now, the priority remains the police inquiry and implementing improved protective steps—reinforced locks, tamper‑proof camera placements, and possibly caretaker rotation—to prevent any repeat incident at the farmhouse.