Alia Bhatt thanks Mumbai, UP police for arresting blackmailer

Actress Alia Bhatt thanked Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh police for arresting the man who sent death threats to her father, Mahesh Bhatt. He had threatened to kill Alia and her mother if his demand for Rs. 50 lakh was not met. Mahesh Bhatt complained to the police, who nabbed the culprit in Lucknow. He is believed to be a sweet shop owner. He was in debt and needed to pay Rs. 6 lakh to his neighbour. He got hold of Mahesh Bhatt's number and texted a threat message. Investigation is on in the case.