Actor Riteish Deshmukh recently shared a delightful moment from the 60th birthday celebrations of superstar Salman Khan.
On Monday, Riteish took to his Instagram and posted a picture featuring Salman, Ram Charan, himself, his wife Genelia Deshmukh, and Arpita Khan Sharma. In the caption, he wrote, “@beingsalmankhan Bhau’s Birthday and all my favourites in one frame. @arpitakhansharma, @kanchikaul, @shabirahluwalia, @geneliad and especially dearest @alwaysramcharan, it was so wonderful catching up with you brother. Love to @upasanakaminenikonidela and regards to the family.”
Earlier that day, Genelia Deshmukh shared a video on her Instagram, showcasing Salman mixing various street food ingredients to prepare the bhel. She expressed her admiration in the caption: “There is no one like @beingsalmankhan, he absolutely goes out of his way to make you feel at home, to make you feel special. This time he serves the absolutely delicious ‘Bhau chi bhel’. We love you.”
Salman celebrated his 60th birthday on Saturday, drawing a large presence from the entire industry. With over three decades of stardom, Salman remains one of Hindi cinema’s most enduring and polarising icons. He redefined the romantic hero in the 1990s and transitioned into becoming the mass-action superstar of the 2000s. His journey reflects the industry’s evolving landscape, with films like ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’, ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’, ‘Wanted’, ‘Dabangg’, and ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ showcasing his knack for connecting with audiences across generations and social classes.
Even at 60, Salman continues to deliver impressive box-office results, enjoying massive fan loyalty and a captivating public presence.
Beyond cinema, his television triumph with ‘Bigg Boss’ and philanthropic efforts through Being Human have enriched his public persona. Despite facing controversies and setbacks throughout his career, his resilience and star power have made him a remarkable figure in Indian cinema. As Salman turns 60, he epitomizes longevity, reinvention, and universal appeal. For fans, it’s a celebration filled with memories, dialogues, and songs, and for Bollywood, it serves as a testament that true superstardom, rooted in connection and consistency, can transcend age.