Pakistani senior actor and comedian Kashif Khan recently shared fascinating stories about his close ties with Indian superstars Salman Khan (Bhaijan) and Shah Rukh Khan.
In a podcast interview, he revealed that during his early days, he would personally bring Burns Road’s legendary Haleem and Biryani from Karachi for Salman Khan, who had a special fondness for these traditional dishes.
Kashif reminisced about how easily he used to travel to Mumbai, comparing it to Karachi locals commuting to Nazimabad. He shared that Bollywood icons like Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan were not only his friends but also genuinely interested in meeting his family and learning about his personal life whenever he visited India for work.
The actor also expressed disappointment over the reaction people had when his daughter, TikToker Rebeka Khan, revealed that these Bollywood stars were fans of her father. He clarified that in the past, he and these Indian actors shared mutual admiration, long before social media made such connections widely visible.
Highlighting his professional achievements, Kashif emphasized that he has worked in India more extensively than most Pakistani artists today. However, due to the absence of social media at the time, many people remain unaware of the scale of his contributions in Bollywood.
Answering a question about his daughter’s wedding, Kashif made it clear that Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan did not call, and considering current political tensions, it is better that such calls are avoided. He explained that in today’s scenario, if an Indian actor contacts a Pakistani family, it could create unnecessary complications, so discretion is wise.
Through these stories, Kashif Khan gives fans a rare glimpse into the personal side of his professional journey and his longstanding friendship with two of Bollywood’s biggest stars. His anecdotes showcase the warmth and mutual respect that existed between Pakistani and Indian artists, transcending borders and social media hype.
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