Before making headlines again, Pakistani fighter Shahzaib Rind won hearts with an unforgettable fanboy moment involving Salman Khan: during a sporting event in Dubai. After delivering a commanding performance in the ring, Rind made it clear that sharing the occasion with the Bollywood superstar was as special as the win itself.After his 2-1 knockout win over India’s Rana Singh, the defender took the microphone and revealed just how much. Salman: inspired him for many years.Taking the microphone after the match, Rind could not contain his excitement as he spoke to Salman, declaring, “I have been watching your movies since childhood.” He also expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to fight in front of his idol, saying, “It’s a pleasure to fight in front of you.”
Victory dedicated to peace
Rind also used the post-match platform to deliver a heartfelt message beyond sport. Calling for reconciliation between India and Pakistan, he dedicated his victory to peace and unity. “This fight is for peace. We are not enemies, we are together. Together, we can do anything,” he said, drawing applause from those in the venue.
Salman Khan’s special move
After the match, Shahzaib Rind got a chance to meet Salman Khan in person. The Bollywood star congratulated the fighter on his impressive performance and praised his quick finish inside the ring. “Great fight, har jagah 20 seconds mein knockout,” (Great fight! You knocked everyone out in just 20 seconds) said Salman while appreciating the champion’s performance.
Salman Khan’s work front
On the professional front, Salman Khan has many films ahead. He will next be seen in the patriotic war drama ‘Maatrubhumi’, which was earlier titled ‘Battle of Galwan’. While the film has created a lot of buzz, its release date is yet to be announced.Apart from that, Salman is also working on a high-octane action-comedy with director duo Raj & DK, best known for ‘The Family Man’. The project will mark the filmmakers return to the big screen almost a decade after ‘A Gentleman’ (2017).Additionally, reports suggest that the superstar is in talks with: Farhan Akhtar for a grand period drama based on one of the most famous figures in Indian history. Salman is expected to start shooting for the ambitious project around October-November 2026 after completing Vamshi Paidipally’s upcoming action entertainer, which is currently being filmed in Mumbai and is eyeing a theatrical release in Eid 2027.