Hrithik Roshan turns 51: When Salman Khan had forecast about Duggu becoming a phenomenon

Bollywood's handsome hunk Hrithik Roshan, born on January 10, 1974, turns 51 today. Duggu has carved a niche in the industry with his captivating performance and impressive dance skills. His striking good looks and chiselled physique have earned him the nickname 'Greek God of Bollywood'. Though he stepped into the industry as a child actor, he made his debut as the male lead in 2000 with Kaho Naa...Pyaar Hai. He gained overnight stardom with his debut movie. Further, he showcased his versatility as an actor with Fiza, Mission Kashmir, Koi...Mil Gaya, Lakshya, Krrish, Dhoom 2, Agneepath, Kabil, Super 30, Vikram Vedha, and many more.

But, did you know that Salman Khan had forecast that Hrithik Roshan would become a phenomenon?

Fans are well aware that Hrithik worked as an assistant director to his father Rakesh Roshan in Karan Arjun, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. And, it was Sallu who helped him to prepare for Kaho Naa...Pyaar Hai. Salman's guidance and belief in Hrithik's potential helped him to emerge as a phenomenon.

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Recently, an old video of Hrithik surfaced in which he recalled his initial days and opened up how Salman played a pivotal role in his early career.

In the throwback video from 'Rendezvous With Simi Garewal', Duggu talked about the challenges he came across as an inexperienced actor. He said, "Things got decided that I was going to be in Dad's next film. There was no time, I was skinny as hell. I was half of this. So, you can imagine."

Having less time in hands for preparations, he reached out to Salman, whom he believed to be the best.

"I just called him up just out of the blue. I had to remind him who I was...he just took me in," said the War actor.

The Mission Kashmir actor also added that not just Salman helped him with his training but also motivated him during tough times.

"Along with training me, the moral support that he gave me was incredible. He was one of the few people who really believed that I would be a phenomenon," said Hrithik.

Undoubtedly, Hrithik is a phenomenon and among the highest-paid Indian actors.

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Further, he also debunked the rumours of competition or insecurity. Hrithik acknowledged that Salman always pushes him and he is like a brother.

Well, recently reports were abuzz that Salman and Hrithik will be finally seen together in a commercial ad. Though the duo have projects under YRF Spy Universe, they haven't appeared together onscreen yet. Fans can just hope to see the duo together in one project.