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Salman Khan

Salman KhanFrom infopedia the free encyclopedia

Salman Khan (born 27 December 1965) is an Indian actor, film producer and television host who works in Hindi cinema. In a career of more than three decades he has become one of the most popular and commercially successful stars in Indian film history. Fans affectionately call him "Bhaijaan".

He rose to fame with Maine Pyar Kiya (1989) and Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994). Later blockbusters include Dabangg, Ek T

Salman Khan
Wiki & Bios
  • Native Name :

    Salman Khan

  • Nickname :

    Sallu, Bhaijaan

  • Born :

    27-12-1965

  • Birth Place :

    Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

  • Occupation :

    Actor, Film Producer, Television Host

  • Spouse Name :

    NA

  • Year Active :

    1988 – present

  • Notable Work :

    Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Dabangg, Ek Tha Tiger, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai; host of Bigg Boss

  • Organization :

    Salman Khan Films; Being Human Foundation

  • Marital Status:

    Unmarried

  • Zodiac Sign:

    Capricorn

  • Height:

    NA

  • Weight:

    NA

  • Figure Mesurement:

    Indian Rupees

  • TV Serials:

    Bigg Boss (host, Since 2010); 10 Ka Dum (host)

  • Religion:

    Islam (raised In Muslim And Hindu Traditions)

  • Facebook:

    https://facebook.com/beingsalmankhan

  • Instagram:

    https://instagram.com/beingsalmankhan/

  • Twitter:

    https://x.com/BeingSalmanKhan

  • Nationality:

    Indian

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Career

Debut and early stardom (1988–1999)

Salman made his debut in a supporting role in Biwi Ho To Aisi (1988). His first lead role, in Sooraj Barjatya's Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), was a huge hit and won him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. He followed it with:

  • Saajan (1991)
  • Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994), one of the biggest hits in Hindi cinema
  • Karan Arjun (1995)
  • Judwaa (1997)
  • Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Biwi No. 1 and Hum Saath-Saath Hain (all 1999)

The 2000s

He earned praise for Tere Naam (2003) and had hits with No Entry (2005) and Partner (2007). Wanted (2009) reshaped his image as an action hero.

Box-office dominance (2010–2019)

From 2010 Salman delivered a long run of blockbusters:

  • Dabangg (2010) – as Chulbul Pandey
  • Bodyguard (2011)
  • Ek Tha Tiger (2012) – starting YRF's Spy Universe
  • Kick (2014)
  • Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015) – which he also produced, and which won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film
  • Sultan (2016)
  • Tiger Zinda Hai (2017)

He has starred in the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year more times than any other actor.

Recent work (2020s)

His recent films include Antim (2021), Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023), Tiger 3 (2023) and A. R. Murugadoss's Sikandar (2025).

His upcoming war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, earlier titled Battle of Galwan, is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. He plays Colonel B. Santosh Babu. The film was renamed in March 2026, and its release date had not been officially confirmed as of October 2026. He is also shooting the action film Monster.

Television and production

Salman hosted the game show 10 Ka Dum and has hosted Bigg Boss since its fourth season in 2010. Bigg Boss 20 premiered in September 2026. He launched SKBH Productions in 2011, whose first film Chillar Party won National Awards, and Salman Khan Films in 2014.

Awards & Achievements

  • Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – Maine Pyar Kiya (1990)
  • Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1999)
  • National Film Awards (as producer):
    • Chillar Party
    • Bajrangi Bhaijaan (Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment)
  • Most films that were the year's highest-grossing Hindi film – more than any other actor
  • Listed by Forbes among the world's highest-paid celebrities (2015, 2018)
  • Founder of the Being Human Foundation

Media

Reviews

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References

  1. "Salman Khan acquitted of all charges", Gulf News, December 2015. Link
  2. "Thirteen years after hit and run, Salman Khan acquitted by Bombay HC", The News Minute, December 2015. Link
  3. "Bollywood star Salman Khan sentenced to 5 years for poaching rare deer", NBC News, April 2018. Link
  4. "Salman Khan sentenced to five years in poaching case, others acquitted", Business Standard (IANS), 5 April 2018. Link
  5. "Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan retitled Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace", The News Mill, March 2026. Link
  6. "Salman Khan's Maatrubhumi set for CBFC screening", The Hollywood Reporter India, 2026. Link
  7. "Bigg Boss 20 premiere date and probable contestants", Deccan Chronicle, 2026. Link
  8. Salman Khan news and photos, Bollywood Hungama. Link
  9. Salman Khan – Wikipedia. Link

External Links

This page was last edited on 20 Oct 2026, at 12:01 (IST).
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