1. Early Life and Background
Real Name: Abdul Rashid Salim Salman Khan
Date of Birth: December 27, 1965
Birth Place: Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Residence: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality: Indian
Religion: Salman Khan was born to a Muslim father and a Hindu mother. He identifies with both religions.
Horoscope: Capricorn
Father: Salim Khan (renowned screenwriter)
Mother: Sushila Charak (later adopted the name Salma Khan)
Stepmother: Helen (former actress and dancer)
Siblings: Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan (brothers), Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Arpita Khan Sharma (sisters)
Salman Khan’s paternal ancestors are believed to be Alakozai Pashtuns from Afghanistan who immigrated to India in the mid-1800s. His grandfather, Abdul Rashid Khan, served as a Deputy Inspector General of the Indore state and was awarded the Diler Jung award.
2. Education and Early Career
Salman Khan attended The Scindia School in Gwalior and later St. Stanislaus High School in Bandra, Mumbai. He enrolled at St. Xavier’s College in Mumbai but dropped out to pursue acting.
He began his acting career with a supporting role in “Biwi Ho To Aisi” (1988). His breakthrough came with the lead role in “Maine Pyar Kiya” (1989), which earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
3. Rise to Stardom
In the 1990s, Salman Khan starred in several commercially successful films, including “Saajan” (1991), “Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!” (1994), “Karan Arjun” (1995), and “Biwi No.1” (1999).
After a period of fluctuations in the 2000s, he revitalized his career with the action film “Wanted” (2009). He achieved greater stardom with top-grossing films like “Dabangg” (2010), “Ready” (2011), “Bodyguard” (2011), “Ek Tha Tiger” (2012), “Kick” (2014), “Bajrangi Bhaijaan” (2015), and “Sultan” (2016).
Salman Khan has also been hosting the reality show “Bigg Boss” since 2010.
4. Personal Life and Relationships
Partner: Salman Khan has never been married. He has had high-profile relationships with actresses such as Aishwarya Rai and Katrina Kaif.
Body Measurements:
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Height: 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m)
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Weight: Approximately 75 kg (165 lbs)
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Chest: 45 inches
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Waist: 35 inches
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Biceps: 17 inches
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Eye Color: Brown
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Hair Color: Black
5. Controversies and Legal Issues
Salman Khan’s off-screen life has been marred by legal troubles. In 2015, he was convicted of culpable homicide for a negligent driving case in which he ran over five people with his car, killing one. However, his conviction was set aside on appeal.
In 2018, he was convicted in a blackbuck poaching case and sentenced to five years imprisonment. He was granted bail while an appeal was ongoing.
6. Philanthropy and Legacy
Beyond his acting career, Salman Khan is known for his philanthropic efforts. He established the “Being Human Foundation,” which focuses on education and healthcare initiatives for the underprivileged in India.
With a career spanning over three decades and numerous blockbuster films, Salman Khan remains one of the most influential and commercially successful actors in Indian cinema.