Salman Khan
{{Infobox person 
| name = Salman Khan
| image = Salman_Khan.jpg
| image_caption= Salman Khan in 2024
| birth_date =
27 December 1965 (age 59)
| birth_place = Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India | nationality = Indian | education = St. Xavier's College, Mumbai (dropped out) | alma_matter = | occupation = Actor, Film Producer, Television Presenter | years_active = 1988 – present | known_for = Bollywood films, Hosting Bigg Boss | notable_works= Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! , Karan Arjun, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan, Tiger film series | awards = Filmfare Awards, National Film Awards, Screen Awards | website = beingsalmankhan.com | spouse = Unmarried | parents = Salim Khan (father), Sushila Charak (Salma Khan) (mother) | religion = Islam }}
Early Life & Education
Salman Khan was born on 27 December 1965 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, to noted screenwriter Salim Khan and Sushila Charak (later known as Salma Khan). He grew up in Mumbai along with his siblings Arbaaz, Sohail, Alvira, and Arpita. Salman attended The Scindia School, Gwalior, and later studied at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, but dropped out before completing his degree.
Career
S1988–1993: First Appearance and Significant Development
After making his screen debut in Biwi Ho To Aisi (1988), Salman Khan became an overnight sensation thanks to Sooraj Barjatya's Maine Pyar Kiya (1989). He followed it up with early hits like Saajan (1991), Sanam Bewafa, and Baaghi (1990).
1994–1999: Ascent to Fame Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! became a landmark in 1994, and Karan Arjun (1995) cemented his fame. He produced more hits by the late 1990s, including Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998 – Best Supporting Actor), Judwaa (1997), and Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998).
The Mixed Phase, 2000–2009
There were both successes and failures in the 2000s. Tere Naam (2003), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), No Entry (2005), and Partner (2007) are some of the noteworthy movies from this era. But he lacked box office consistency until Wanted (2009) brought his career back to life.
Superstardom from 2010–2017
With consecutive hits like Dabangg (2010), Bodyguard (2011), Ek Tha Tiger (2012), Kick (2014), Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), Sultan (2016), and Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), Khan dominated the box office during this time. He became one of Bollywood's biggest stars after many of these surpassed the ₹200–300 crore mark.
Career Fluctuations from 2018–Present
His recent films, including Race 3 (2018), Bharat (2019), Dabangg 3 (2019), Radhe (2021), and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023), have received mixed or subpar reviews. Sikandar, his 2025 release, became one of his biggest failures since Yuvvraaj (2008), despite Tiger 3 (2023) doing mediocrely.
Other work
Production
Salman Khan started his own production company, SKBH Productions (Salman Khan Being Human Productions), in 2011. The Being Human Foundation receives a portion of the company's film profits. The children's movie Chillar Party (2011) was the first release under this banner and went on to win three National Film Awards: Best Children's Film, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Child Artist. Khan has also been the brand ambassador for the BMC's Open Defecation Free Drive since 2016.
Salman Khan Films (SKF)
He founded Salman Khan Films (SKF), another production company, in 2014. Dr. Cabbie (2014), a Canadian film, was its first release and made $350,452 on its first day of release. Later motion pictures made under SKF include:
- Hero (2015), directed by Nikhil Advani, which introduced Sooraj Pancholi and Athiya Shetty, with Khan lending his voice to the title track “Hero.”
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), directed by Kabir Khan, starring Salman Khan alongside Kareena Kapoor and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The film became one of the biggest blockbusters of Indian cinema.
Notable Works
- Maine Pyar Kiya (1989)
- Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994)
- Karan Arjun (1995)
- Hum Saath-Saath Hain (1999)
- Dabangg (2010)
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)
- Sultan (2016)
- Tiger film series
Achievements and Recognition
Salman Khan is one of the most commercially successful actors in Indian cinema. He has received multiple **Filmfare Awards**, **Screen Awards**, and **National Film Awards** as both an actor and producer. Known as the “Bhaijaan of Bollywood,” he enjoys massive popularity across India and abroad. Forbes has repeatedly listed him among the world’s highest-paid actors. Beyond cinema, Salman Khan is also recognized for his humanitarian work through his charity foundation **Being Human**, which focuses on healthcare and education.