While he is famously known for hosting Savdhaan India and urging citizens to be vigilant, actor Sushant Singh recently took his own advice to heart. On Saturday night, the actor flagged a significant noise pollution issue in the Andheri West locality, publicly questioning the legality of an open-air rooftop restaurant playing loud music well past the permissible deadline.
Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle at 10:40 PM, Singh shared a video captured from his residential balcony. The footage clearly shows a nearby open-rooftop establishment blasting high-decibel music, disturbing the peace of the residential high-rises surrounding it. By tagging the Mumbai Police, the actor has ignited a fresh debate regarding the regulation of nightlife in Mumbai’s crowded residential pockets.
Sushant Singh didn’t just complain; he provided visual and auditory evidence. In the shared video, the thumping bass of the music is clearly audible even from a distance, drowning out the usual night sounds of the city.
The post immediately gained traction, with several residents of Andheri and Juhu echoing his sentiments. Many locals complained that such “open-air parties” have become a recurring nightmare, affecting students preparing for exams, the elderly, and those seeking rest after a long workday.
The actor’s question—”Is this legal?”—touches upon a complex set of regulations. According to the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, and subsequent Bombay High Court directives, there are strict limits on sound levels in residential and commercial areas.
Dear @MumbaiPolice this rooftop restaurant Trove9 next to my residential building has been blaring loud music for the last few nights past 10 PM. Is this legal? This video was recorded at 10:40 PM and the noise is still on at the time of posting this tweet. pic.twitter.com/Rgq1EzPxoN
— सुशांत सिंह sushant singh سشانت سنگھ (@sushant_says) December 27, 2025
Mumbai’s Noise Level Limits
| Zone Type | Day Time (6 AM – 10 PM) | Night Time (10 PM – 6 AM) |
| Industrial | 75 dB | 70 dB |
| Commercial | 65 dB | 55 dB |
| Residential | 55 dB | 45 dB |
| Silence Zone | 50 dB | 40 dB |
In Mumbai, the use of loudspeakers or public address systems in open spaces is strictly prohibited after 10:00 PM unless special permission is granted for specific festivals or events (and even then, only until midnight). For open-rooftop restaurants, the rules are even more stringent because the sound travels horizontally and upwards, directly impacting residents in high-rise apartments.
Andheri West has seen a massive surge in rooftop bars and restaurants over the last three years. While these establishments contribute to Mumbai’s vibrant nightlife, they often flout environmental norms.
Sushant Singh’s intervention highlights a growing rift between the hospitality industry and residents’ right to a quiet environment. As a prominent public figure, his tweet puts pressure on the Local Police Station and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to conduct surprise checks and decibel audits.
The Mumbai Police’s social media cell responded to Singh’s tweet shortly after, requesting his specific location and contact details to initiate a “beat patrol” check. This incident follows a series of crackdowns by the Mumbai Police on illegal rooftop extensions and noise violations across the suburbs.
Netizens have largely supported the actor. One user commented, “Thank you for speaking up, Sushant. Normal citizens are often ignored when we call the local station. We need more public figures to highlight these daily life struggles.” Others, however, argued that Mumbai is a “city that never sleeps” and that the nightlife economy needs more flexibility.
Sushant Singh has often been vocal about social and civic issues, and this latest move reinforces his image as a socially conscious citizen. By using the “Power of the Video,” he has made it difficult for authorities to ignore the violation.
As the investigation into the Andheri restaurant proceeds, the industry is watching closely. If the police take punitive action—such as fining the establishment or suspending its music license—it could serve as a warning to other rooftop bars in the vicinity to respect the 10 PM “Silence” rule.
For now, Andheri West waits to see if the thumping bass will finally be silenced, allowing residents to get the sleep they deserve.
