Salman Khan
Indian Actor and Film Producer
🌍 Indian · Born December 27, 1965
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Salman Khan is a legendary Indian actor, film producer, and television personality who has dominated the Bollywood film industry for over three decades. Born in Indore, India, in 1965 to screenwriter Salim Khan, he made his acting debut with a supporting role in the 1988 film Biwi Ho To Aisi, followed by his breakthrough leading role in Sooraj Barjatya's romantic blockbuster Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989. Since then, Khan has established himself as one of the most commercially viable actors in Indian cinema, starring in numerous record-breaking hits such as Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Karan Arjun, Wanted, Dabangg, Ek Tha Tiger, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and Sultan. Beyond his prolific acting career, he is a major television host, famously leading the Indian reality show Bigg Boss since its fourth season in 2010. Khan is also a dedicated humanitarian; he founded the Being Human Foundation in 2007, an organization that provides healthcare and education to underprivileged communities across India. Through his production company, Salman Khan Films, he has produced several successful movies. Despite being a polarizing figure due to various high-profile legal controversies, he enjoys a massive and incredibly loyal global fan base, cementing his status as one of India's biggest pop culture icons.
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Acting Debut
Made his acting debut in the Indian film industry with a supporting role in Biwi Ho To Aisi.
Breakthrough Lead Role
Starred as the lead actor in Maine Pyar Kiya, which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films at the time.
Founded Charity
Established the Being Human Foundation, a Mumbai-based charity that provides education and healthcare services.
Television Hosting Debut
Began hosting the highly popular reality television show Bigg Boss starting from Season 4.
Production Company Founded
Launched his production company, Salman Khan Films (SKF), to produce and distribute commercial cinema.
National Film Award
Produced and starred in Bajrangi Bhaijaan, which won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
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