Snake scare rattles residents of Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments

It was an ordinary evening at Galaxy Apartments, the high‑end residential complex owned by Bollywood star Salman Khan, when a thin, silvery creature slithered across the marble flooring of the lobby. Residents, returning from work or heading out for dinner, froze for a split second before a wave of nervous chatter rippled through the building.

“I was just unlocking my door and saw it moving right there, near the reception desk,” recalled Neha Sharma, a tenant on the 5th floor. “My heart jumped. I thought, ‘Is this a prank?’ but then the hiss made it clear it was real.”

The sighting set off a flurry of phone calls to the building’s security team, who quickly cordoned off the area. Within minutes, a trained pest‑control officer arrived, armed with a long pole and a calm demeanor that helped keep the crowd from turning chaotic.

“We’ve dealt with rodent issues before, but snakes are rare in this part of Mumbai,” said Rajesh Mehta, the security supervisor. “Our priority was to ensure everyone stayed calm and away from the snake until professionals could handle it safely.”

Neighbors gathered at a safe distance, some clutching their phones to record the moment, while others simply watched, eyes wide with a mix of fear and curiosity. A few residents even tried to humor the situation, making light jokes about a “Hollywood‑style cameo” by a reptile in their building.

Fortunately, the snake turned out to be non‑venomous and was carefully lifted onto a large box before being escorted out of the premises. It was later released at a nearby green area, far from any residential buildings.

After the incident, Galaxy Apartments management issued an advisory reminding residents to keep doors and windows closed, especially during the monsoon season when snakes are more likely to wander in search of shelter.

While the scare was brief, it left an indelible impression on the community. “It’s not every day you get a snake in the lobby of a luxury complex,” laughed Sunil Patil, a longtime resident. “But it reminded us that nature can pop up anywhere, even in a place associated with movie stars.”