When Amitabh Bachchan Called Salman Kha, God’s Child(Photo Credit –Facebook)

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Superstars Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan have shared the screen space in movies like Baghban, God Tussi Great Ho and Baabul. However, inevitably, they have another common link. We are referring to Salman’s ex-ladylove Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who is in the present, married to Big B’s son Abhishek Bachchan. This has also grabbed some eyeballs about the camaraderie between Salman and the Bachchan clan. However, did you know that there was once a time when Big B was all praise for Salman?

Salman Khan’s Appearance In Baghban Coincided With His Hit And Run Case

We are talking about the time when the duo had shared the screen space in the family drama Baghban in the year 2003. Incidentally, this was also the same time when Salman Khan had embroiled himself in the controversial hit-and-run case. During this time, a lot of scrutiny and criticisms arose on whether the actor should be a part of a film like this which revolved around the themes of family values and strong ideals.

Amitabh Bachchan Came Out In Support Of His Baghban Co-Star

According to a report in IB Times, while speaking to journalist, Subhash K Jha, Amitabh Bachchan came out in support of Salman Khan, whose appearance in Baghban was questioned a lot. The Kalki 2898 AD actor called the megastar, God’s child. He said, “Salman is God’s child. He’s misunderstood but has a heart of gold. Like Sanju (Sanjay Dutt), Salman has a penchant for getting into trouble. But he means well, and is extremely kind-hearted.”

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