India, July 19 -- Around a fortnight after actor Aamir Khan married Bengaluru-born entrepreneur, fashion stylist and salon professional Gauri Spratt, Mumbai Police have launched an inquiry into a purported threat issued in the name of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's gang through a viral voice note and social media post accusing the actor of promoting what the speakers described as "Love Jihad".

As the clip began circulating widely online on Saturday, police stepped up security outside Khan's residence in Pali Hill, Bandra West, even though the actor is currently out of the country.

Police officials said they are yet to establish the origin or authenticity of either the voice clip or the accompanying social media post. "We are examini...