Delhi Police arrested Davinder Singh alias "Bunty Chor" from Kanpur, UP on Friday. Singh was on the run after committing theft in two houses in Greater Kailash 2 area. Further investigation is underway said, DCP South.
Famous Bollywood movie Oye Lucky Lucky Oye was based on the life of the thief Bunty Chor, who managed to carry out a number of robberies throughout his life.
Who is Davinder Singh or Bunty Chor?
Davinder Singh, popularly known as Bunty, is a notorious thief whose audacious exploits have made him a household name. Despite dropping out of school in the ninth grade, Bunty has managed to outsmart law enforcement officials and execute over 500 burglaries across the country.
Bunty's crime journey
Bunty's life of crime began in 1993 when he was first arrested in New Delhi. However, he managed to give the police the slip and continued his notorious exploits with impunity. He has committed thefts in almost all major cities across India, including Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, and Mumbai.
Bunty's modus operandi
Bunty's greatest strength is his ability to escape from the police. He has managed to give them the slip in Delhi, Chennai, and Chandigarh after being captured. His other unique talent is his ability to tame dogs, ensuring that they don't interfere with his thefts. While Bunty was not picky about what he stole, he had a particular weakness for fancy cars and luxury watches.
Apart from his criminal activities, Bunty was also known to be a compulsive womanizer.
Bunty's popularity in Bollywood
Bunty's notoriety has also made him an admired figure in Bollywood. The movie Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye, directed by Dibakar Banerjee and starring Abhay Deol, was reportedly based on his life. He was also a contestant in the fourth season of the reality TV show Bigg Boss.
Davinder Singh aka Bunty is a notorious thief who has managed to evade the law and execute daring robberies across the country. His unique talents, such as his ability to tame dogs and his escape artist skills, have made him a popular figure in popular culture.
.jpg)
