Actor Arjun Kapoor recently shared heartfelt insights about his former mentor Salman Khan, describing him as fearless, warm, and inspiring. In a candid conversation with Raj Shammani, the Ishaqzaade The actor quashed rumors about Salman being a bully and credited the superstar for guiding him on his journey to becoming an actor.
“Salman Khan isn’t a bully, he’s full of warmth”: Arjun Kapoor praises former mentor and speaks about their bond
Salman Khan’s Influence on Arjun’s Transformation
Before stepping into the limelight, Arjun Kapoor was an aspiring filmmaker, assisting on Salman’s 2009 film wantedproduced by Arjun’s father, Boney Kapoor. At the time, Arjun had no aspirations of becoming an actor, largely due to his weight, which peaked at 150 kilograms.
It was Salman Khan who encouraged Arjun to consider acting and undergo a physical transformation. “My weight-loss journey started because he said, ‘Give it a shot.’ He actually made me realize that. I wanted to become a filmmaker. I never thought of becoming an actor because I weighed 150 kgs,” Arjun revealed. “He saw me dancing and joking, and he saw an entertainer in me. That planted the idea in me.”
A Unique Approach to Cinema
Arjun Kapoor also shed light on Salman Khan’s perspective on the film industry. “He has always looked at cinema as an audience’s medium, not just as an artiste. Even today, he does stage shows and Bigg Boss. These are mass mediums. He operates for the masses,” Arjun said, adding that Salman’s understanding of mainstream cinema stems from growing up around legendary writers Salim-Javed.
Quashing the “Bully” Rumors
Contrary to his tough public image, Arjun described Salman as a warm and approachable person. “He is not a bully. Anybody who has a tough image… When you are not always openly warm in the first few minutes, you feel they are being a certain way. There is a lot of warmth to that man. It’s just that he might not give it in the first second, but you have to allow that to happen.”
Arjun also praised Salman’s resilience and fearless attitude, saying, “He is the most fearless man in the world. I have never seen him shirk adversity or responsibility. He hasn’t changed. He has always been the same person at the core. He has a very strong mind.”
Personal Connections
Apart from their professional association, Arjun Kapoor shares a personal connection with Salman Khan. He previously dated Salman’s sister, Arpita Khan, and was later in a relationship with the actor’s former sister-in-law, Malaika Arora.
Also Read: Arjun Kapoor speaks on coping up with his parents’ split, Boney Kapoor-Sridevi’s marriage at young age: “I wanted to ensure I didn’t lose my connection…”
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