Teacher's Day Special: From Kiara Advani To Sonakshi Sinha, Bollywood Newcomers Salman Khan Has Guided & Launched
We all know Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as the undisputed box-office behemoth. Whether his films hit or miss the mark, his stardom exceeds box-office numbers. And while he is very well known for his sone ka dil, he is also someone who has taken countless newcomers under his wing to guide them in Bollywood. His eye for spotting talent has led to several aspiring actors turning into stars.…
Salman Khan, the iconic Bollywood star, is renowned not just for his box-office prowess but also for his mentorship of fresh talent. From Kiara Advani to Sonakshi Sinha, numerous newcomers have been guided and launched under his wing. Kiara's mother, Genevieve Advani, was Salman's childhood friend, fostering a unique bond. Salman's influence extended to suggesting a name change for Kiara from Alia, opening doors to Bollywood.
Sonakshi Sinha, initially a star kid with little self-assurance, found her path to stardom when Salman cast her opposite him in Dabangg (2010), a role that marked the beginning of her illustrious career. Sonra's husband, Zaheer Iqbal, also received his big break in Notebook (2019) through Salman. Sooraj Pancholi, launched by Salman in Hero (2015), had previously worked as an assistant director on Ek Tha Tiger (2012).
Despite life's challenges, Salman has remained a steadfast supporter for Pranutan Bahl, casting her in Notebook and later in Dabangg 3 (2019). Saiee Manjrekar, daughter of Mahesh Manjrekar, credits Salman for her breakthrough, offering her a role in Dabangg 3. Even before Hrithik Roshan's major roles, it was Salman who recognized his potential as a fitness enthusiast and fitness trainer during the shoot of Karan Arjun (1995).
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