Salman khan shot 50 days for saawariya

Actor Salman Khan can be a ‘funny man’. Only recently, we witnessed his hilarious side at the music launch of Saawariya . Sallu managed to entertain simply with his sense of humour, while the others played to an emotional beat realizing that their children have now grown up and are ready to stand on their own two feet. Khan was the survivor of what otherwise could’ve been a teary eyed affair for one and all.

Having introduced Ranbir and Sonam Kapoor at the event, we asked him if the introduction reminded him of his own entry into films. “In Maine Pyar Kiya the titles read: Introducing Salman Khan, and in my second film it read: Re-introducing Salman Khan. So, I’ve been launched twice,” he laughed.

“But it’s great to see a new generation step into our world,” continued Salman. “We’ve all moved up the seniority ladder. As Anil Kapoor’s daughter is being launched, Anil has entered the same bracket as the Aamirs and the Shah Rukhs and I have entered Anil’s bracket,” he joked.

Ranbir has exposed his body in Saawariya , not minding the fact that he shares screen space with Body God, Salman Khan. “I’ve lent my six pack to Shah Rukh for the time being, so Ranbir doesn’t have to fret too much for a few days,” reacted Sallu wittily.

Saawariya and Om Shanti Om are both set to release at the same time. And while Shah Rukh doesn’t leave any stone unturned as far as the promotions of his films are concerned, our dear Salman is anything but media savvy. “Shah Rukh should promote his films. And this time round, too, I hope he does just that. I haven’t ever promoted my films till date, but it’s something I am working on and learning from Shah Rukh. It’s a good thing when people know about your film and go to the theatres to watch it.”

About his role in Saawariya , Salman says, “My director told me it was kuch dino ka role . What he didn’t tell me however was that kuch dino could also mean full 50 days.” And his advice to newcomers and actor aspirants? ”It’s important that they just be honest to their work. The rest will follow,” concludes Salman, on a serious note.