Biography & Overview
Salman Khan is one of the most recognizable actors and television personalities in Indian entertainment. Born on December 27, 1965, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, he is the son of screenwriter Salim Khan. Salman began his acting career with a supporting role in Biwi Ho To Aisi in 1988 and achieved major success with Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989. Over the following decades, he became known for films across romance, action, comedy and drama, including Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Karan Arjun, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Tere Naam, Dabangg, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan and the Tiger franchise. He has also been a long-running television presenter, particularly associated with Bigg Boss. Beyond acting, Khan has worked as a film producer and established the Being Human Foundation, which supports charitable initiatives.
Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Karan Arjun, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Tere Naam, Wanted, Dabangg, Ek Tha Tiger, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan, Tiger franchise, Bigg Boss
Personal Information
- Full Name
- Salman Khan
- Birthplace
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Date of Birth
- December 25, 1965
- Religion
- Islam
- Hobbies
- Fitness, painting, swimming, cycling, writing
Physical Statistics
- Height
- 5 ft 5¼ in / 1.66 m
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Hair Color
- Black
Education & Qualifications
Schools
St. Stanislaus High School
Mumbai
Colleges / Universities
St. Xavier's College
Mumbai
Family & Relationships
- Father
- Salim Khan
- Mother
- Sushila Charak
- Brother
- Arbaaz Khan
- Brother
- Sohail Khan
- Sister
- Alvira Khan Agnihotri
- Sister
- Arpita Khan Sharma
Career Milestones & Awards
1988 — Biwi Ho To Aisi (1988)
Notable Works & Projects
Maine Pyar Kiya (1989)
1989Maine Pyar Kiya established Salman Khan as a leading Bollywood actor and became a major commercial success.
Awards & Honors
Best Male Debut — Maine Pyar Kiya
Filmfare Award
Best Supporting Actor — Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Filmfare Award
Producer for Chillar Party
National Film Award
Producer for Bajrangi Bhaijaan
National Film Award
Favorites & Preferences
Football, Cricket
Lesser-Known Facts & Trivia
- 1Salman Khan's father, Salim Khan, is one of Hindi cinema's prominent screenwriters.
- 2Salman began his film career with Biwi Ho To Aisi in 1988.
- 3Maine Pyar Kiya became his major breakthrough as a leading actor.
- 4He appeared with Aamir Khan in the cult comedy Andaz Apna Apna.
- 5He played a significant role in the success of the Tiger film franchise.
- 6He has worked as an actor, producer and television presenter.
- 7He founded the Being Human Foundation in 2007, with charitable work focused on areas including education and healthcare.
- 8His trademark on-screen characteristics have included his dancing style, smile and shirt-removal sequences.
- 9He has hosted Bigg Boss for multiple seasons.
- 10His filmography includes romantic dramas, action films, comedies and socially themed movies.
- 11Bajrangi Bhaijaan became one of his notable films as both actor and producer.
- 12He has also launched and promoted businesses under the Being Human brand.
- 13His work extends beyond acting into film production.
- 14He has collaborated with numerous leading Bollywood actors and directors throughout his career.
- 15In September 2026, he returned as the host of Bigg Boss 20.
