India's most handsome bachelor Salman Khan turns 49 today but given his debonair looks, Khan doesn't look a shade older than 30. While fans all across are celebrating Salman's birthday, the superstar will be at his Panvel farmhouse cutting the birthday cake with his near and dear ones. And for all Salman fanatics in India, there is no better way to celebrate your favourite matinee idol's birthday than by indulging in Salman movie mania. We list out the best 10 Salman movie worth watching today.
Maine Pyar Kiya - Salman Khan made a swashbuckling entry in Bollywood as the quintessential Bollywood romantic hero ready to give his arm to win his lady love in this Sooraj Barjatya film. Salman's handsome innocence, newcomer Bhagyashree's virgin charm and a young Sooraj's masterly direction made the movie a runaway hit. And when Salman lip-synced to S.P.Balasubramanium's silky south Indian accented Mere Rang Main, female audience just swooned in collective delight.
Saajan - The 90s saw Salman flourish as an actor and Saajan was one of those films that helped him build his repertoire. Pairing up with then reigning diva Madhuri Dixit and his close buddy Sanjay Dutt, Salman played the role of a lover who finds himself torn between true friendship and true love. Finally, friendship triumphs with Salman sacrificing his lady love for friend, Sanjay. Saajan till date remains one of the best love triangles made in Bollywood. Replete with melodious songs, Salman displayed his nimble footed moves in the popular number, Dekha Hai Pehli Baar.
Baaghi - Salman started his trend of working with female newcomers with this movie. South Indian beauty Nagma made her debut on this intense love story which saw Salman falling in love with a poor girl forced into prostitution and fighting tooth and nail to keep her safe. The movie was a sleeper hit.
Hum Aapke Hain Koun - India's biggest ever wedding drama was created on celluloid by Sooraj Barjatya and his blue-eyed boy, Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit. The movie ran housefull for months and became the highest earning blockbuster. Weddings in India underwent a change after the lavishness displayed in the movie.
Karan Arjun - Rakesh Roshan indulged in a casting coup of sorts when he got SRK and Salman to play lead roles in his reincarnation drama. Bromance after Sholay got a new meaning as Salman and SRK whipped up palpable chemistry onscreen. Rakhee's Mere Karan Arjun Aayenge still remains immortal.
Khamoshi - This movie was a box-office failure but you have to watch it to see Salman shedding his usual chutzpah to play a role that he is not usually known for.
Judwaa - This David Dhawan entertainer marks the beginning of Salman Khan of present times. From dance to Salman style comedy, Judwaa is a must watch for all Salman fans.
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam - Sanjay Leela Bhansali scripted one of the best ever post modern love story both on and off the screen with Salman and Aishwarya. Salman romanced Aishwarya and how. The movie made roaring business. Unfortunately, the pair never acted again due to a bitter personal break-up. Watch this one to see Salman and Aishwarya in action for the one and only time.
Wanted - This film resurrected Salman Khan's career in Bollywood after the personal turmoil he went through between 2000 to 2008. Salman as an undercover cop with brooding eyes made fans flock to theaters once again marking the rise and rise of Salman. It also started Salman's ascendancy to the 100 crore club.
Dabangg - Salman reclaimed his lost aura as the nonchalant and fearless police officer, Chulbul Pandey. The movie broke box-office records and immortalised both Salman and Chulbul Pandey as cult figures.
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