In a rather jovial trip down memory lane, Bollywood actor, director, and producer Arbaaz Khan, accompanied by his brother Sohail Khan, divulged some intriguing and witty anecdotes regarding their eldest brother, the renowned superstar Salman Khan. In a candid revelation, Arbaaz shed light on the mischievous escapades of their childhood, painting a portrait of Salman as a quintessential ‘brat’ who often found himself at the receiving end of their father, Salim Khan’s, playful yet instructive discipline.
The Khan brothers, known for their strong familial ties and their contributions to the Indian film industry, recently appeared on the podcast ‘Timeout with Ankit,’ where Arbaaz recounted these tales with a touch of humor and nostalgia. “Salman was older, he was the naughty one,” Arbaaz recounted with a chuckle. “He used to get yelled at by dad, sometimes even a light smack was in order. We managed to escape, but Salman,” he continued, “was always a little bit of a brat.”
One particular incident stands out when their father took Salman to a circus to watch a trapeze show. Fascinated by the stunts, the young Khan found a building with a rod upon their return and decided to showcase his newfound inspiration with a personal daredevil act. This, much to his dismay, resulted in a fall and a broken hand. Arbaaz vividly recounted Salman’s return home, hand in distress, expecting consolation but instead being met with two slaps from their father who expressed his concern with a stern yet worried, “What was the need to do all this? Are you mad? Take him to a doctor.”
Sohail Khan added depth to the conversation by sharing insights into Salman’s character, one infused with an unyielding belief that nothing was beyond his reach. “I think as a father, he was very concerned regarding Salman bhai because bhai thought nothing was impossible for him,” Sohail said, reflecting a mix of admiration and parental apprehension.
However, the past incidents have not only been about childhood follies. In a heartfelt turn towards the present, Arbaaz shared a tender personal celebration—a warm birthday wish to his wife, Sshura Khan. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared a loving snapshot of them smiling blissfully. He paired it with an earnest caption that read, “Happiest birthday my love Sshura. Nobody makes me smile the way you do. You light up my life.”
He continued to express his deep affection and sense of serendipity in finding his partner, “When the universe brought us together, it was the best thing that’s ever happened to me. From our first date, I knew I was going to spend the rest of my life with you.” His tribute to Sshura was a testament not only to their love but also to the nurturing and kind nature of his better half, which continues to amaze him every day.
While the boys have grown into men and their pranks into memories, Arbaaz’s anecdotes serve as a reminder of the warm and sometimes comical formative years that have shaped the individual we know as Salman Khan today. It’s these accounts of familial bonds and early lessons that often lay the foundation for a lifetime of relationships and values, underlining the Khan brothers’ journey from playful youths to emblematic figures in Bollywood.
Clearly, while the brothers might differ in personality and approach to life, the love and camaraderie between them remain unwavering—as bright and humorous as the tales from their youth they are happy to share with the world.
