Amritsar, Punjab — October 3, 2026: Punjabi social media influencer and makeup artist Mad Sandhu, whose real name was reported as Madhusudan Sandhu, was shot dead by unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants in Amritsar on Saturday evening.
According to police and multiple media reports, the shooting took place at around 6 PM on Loharka Road. Two men travelling on a motorcycle allegedly opened fire at Sandhu before fleeing the scene. He suffered multiple bullet injuries and was taken for medical treatment, but later succumbed to his injuries. (The Tribune)
Mad Sandhu Shot Dead in Amritsar
Police said that two unidentified attackers opened fire on Mad Sandhu on Loharka Road. Investigators have since started examining CCTV footage from the area and are working to establish the sequence of events.
Amritsar Police Commissioner Harmanbir Singh Gill said investigators have obtained leads in the case and teams have been formed to identify and trace the suspects. The exact motive behind the killing has not yet been established. (The Times of India)
Reports also state that police recovered empty bullet shells from the location and are examining evidence collected from the scene.
Viral Video of Mad Sandhu After Shooting
A video reportedly recorded shortly after the shooting has circulated on social media. The footage appears to show Mad Sandhu lying injured on the road while people nearby attempt to help him.
Viewer discretion is advised: the circulating footage reportedly contains disturbing and graphic images.
For a reference to the reported video and initial coverage, see the Aaj Tak report on the incident. (AajTak)
Police Investigation Underway
Authorities are investigating the shooting and reviewing CCTV footage from the area. The identities of the attackers and the motive for the killing had not been officially established in the latest reports available on October 3.
The Tribune reported that police had formed teams to identify and trace the assailants and that CCTV footage was being examined to establish what happened. (The Tribune)
The Times of India also reported that police were investigating multiple possible angles and had described having leads in the case. (The Times of India)
Previous Controversy Involving Mad Sandhu
Mad Sandhu had previously been involved in a social-media controversy concerning some of his online content. Reports said that a Nihang Sikh had warned him over videos and content that were considered objectionable.
However, police had not publicly established that this earlier controversy was connected to the shooting. The motive remained under investigation as of October 3, 2026. (The Tribune)
Who Was Mad Sandhu?
Mad Sandhu was known as a Punjabi social media creator and makeup artist. He had built an online following through content related to makeup, lifestyle and gender-related topics.
His death has generated widespread reactions on social media, with followers and other creators sharing condolences following reports of the shooting.
Mad Sandhu Murder: What We Know So Far
- Name: Madhusudan Sandhu, popularly known as Mad Sandhu
- Profession: Social media influencer and makeup artist
- Location: Loharka Road, Amritsar, Punjab
- Time of incident: Around 6 PM on October 3, 2026
- Attackers: Two unidentified motorcycle-borne men, according to police reports
- Weapon: Firearms
- Status: Mad Sandhu died after suffering gunshot injuries
- Investigation: Ongoing
- Motive: Not officially established in the latest reports
- CCTV: Police are examining footage from the area
- Suspects: Identification and arrest efforts are underway (The Tribune)
Disclaimer About Viral Videos
Several videos and claims are circulating on social media following the incident. Not every video or claim circulating online has been independently verified.
Readers should avoid sharing graphic footage unnecessarily and should rely on official police statements and established news organisations for confirmed developments.
This article will be updated as verified information becomes available.
Sources: The Tribune, Times of India, Aaj Tak and other reports published on October 3, 2026.