Salman Khan has been involved in several controversies, from legal issues to public spats. Here’s a look at some key incidents:
Wildlife Poaching Case (1999): While shooting for ‘Hum Saath Saath Hain’ in Jodhpur, Salman & his co-stars were accused of hunting endangered Chinkara & Black Buck deer.
‘Hit-and-Run Case (2002)’: On September 28, 2002, Khan was arrested for rash driving after his car ran into a Mumbai bakery. One person sleeping on the pavement died, and three others were injured.
Feud with Shah Rukh Khan (2008): The two Khans, once close friends, had fallout at Katrina Kaif’s birthday party when Shah Rukh allegedly made a remark about Salman’s ex-girlfriend, leading to a public rift which resolved at Salman’s sister Arpita’s wedding.
Aishwarya Rai Breakup (2002): Salman’s tumultuous relationship with Aishwarya Rai ended in 2002. Rai’s family later filed a complaint against him, accusing him of harassment post-breakup.
Virginity Claim (2014): On ‘Koffee With Karan’, Salman claimed he was a virgin, saving himself for marriage, a statement that sparked widespread amusement and debate.
Controversial 'Rape' Comment (2016): While promoting ‘Sultan’, Salman compared his physical exhaustion to that of a “raped woman,” sparking outrage. He later apologized.
Gun Shot Oustide His Apartment (2024) : On April 14, 2024, two unidentified men on a motorcycle fired five rounds in the air outside Salman's home, in Bandra, and sped away from the scene.