Salman Khan

Happy Birthday Bollywood icon Salman Khan: A look at his career, net worth, and many more in brief!!

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Bollywood’s vai jaan is Salman Khan. Today, December 27, marks the 58th birthday of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Salman Khan, often known as ‘Bhai’ (brother), is the most popular actor among fans and has ruled the box office with numerous hits.

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Introduction:

Salman Khan, the name has been synonymous with Bollywood for almost three decades now — some know him as the superstar, but for others, he is the ‘Bhai’ they love to emulate IRL. In his 35-year career as an actor, Salman has led over a hundred films, most of which have turned out to be box-office successes. One of the troika of Bollywood’s Khans, Salman has ridden epic crests and touched deep troughs but managed to retain a massive fanbase. He is an Indian actor, film producer, and television personality who works predominantly in Hindi films. 

Early Life and Entry into Bollywood:

  • Born on December 27, 1965, in Indore, India.
  • Hails from the illustrious Khan family in the film industry.
  • Marked entry into Bollywood with the film “Biwi Ho To Aisi” (1988).

Versatile Acting Career of Salman Khan:

With “Biwi Ho Toh Aisi,” Salman launched his career in 1988. Since then, he has released several hits, such as “Maine Pyar Kiya,” “Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!,” “Hum Saath Saath Hain,” Andaz Apna Apna, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, “Karan Arjun,” “Dabangg,” “Bodyguard,” “Ek Tha Tiger,” “Bajrangi Bhaijaan,” Sultan, and Tiger 3.

  • Breakthrough role in “Maine Pyar Kiya” (1989).
  • Diverse roles showcasing versatility, from romantic leads to action-packed performances.
  • Notable films include “Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!” (1994), “Dabangg” (2010), and “Bajrangi Bhaijaan” (2015).

Human Foundation – Philanthropy:

  • Founded “Being Human” foundation in 2007.
  • Dedicated to healthcare and education for the underprivileged.
  • Commendable charitable initiatives, earning widespread admiration.

Television Presence:

Hosting stints on popular reality shows, notably “Bigg Boss.”

Controversies and Challenges:

Faced legal issues and controversies throughout his illustrious career.

Popularity and Fanbase:

  • Revered by fans, often affectionately referred to as “Bhai” (brother).
  • Massive and dedicated fan following.

Awards and Recognitions:

Numerous awards, including a National Film Award for “Bajrangi Bhaijaan.”

Assets:

The estimated cost of the actor’s Galaxy Apartments in Bandra is ₹100 crore. He also owns a cottage in Gorai and a property on 150 acres in Panvel. Regarding his collection of vehicles, the actor owns a Range Rover Vogue Autobiography, an Audi A8L, an Audi RS7, a Mercedes GL 350 CDI, a Mercedes S class, a Porsche Cayenne Turbo, and a Mercedes Benz AMG GLE43. In addition, he has motorcycles, which include a Suzuki Hayabusa, a Yamaha R1, a Suzuki GSX-R1000Z, and a Suzuki Intruder M1800 RZ, according to CNBCTV-18.

Net worth:

According to media reports, Salman Khan‘s net worth is estimated to be over ₹2,900 crore which makes his annual income ₹220 and about ₹16 crore as monthly income. 

Legacy and Impact:

Contributed significantly to Indian cinema, leaving an enduring legacy.

The blood and sweat that goes into the process of making a movie also plays a critical role, pulling in audiences to see the film more than once, Salman said.

“By the grace of god, I can bring in Friday, Saturday, and Sunday because of the way the fans are with me. After that, the film also has to be on that level that they want to go and see the film again. That’s how the film makes the numbers when people go and watch the film twice or thrice,” Salman told PTI in an interview.

(With inputs from PTI)

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