Salman Khan has finally opened up about why he never got married. The actor, who has often made headlines for his personal life, recently appeared on the premiere episode of Koffee With Karan Season 9, which aired on Wednesday, October 14. During his conversation with filmmaker Karan Johar, Salman spoke about his decision to remain unmarried and also expressed his desire to become a father someday.

Bhaijaan, who appeared as the first guest on final season, made it clear that staying single was a personal choice and not something influenced by circumstances or other people.

Speaking about his decision, Salman said, “Nobody stopped me from getting married; I stopped myself.”

He further explained,“So, you cannot complain that ‘this is what I wanted and the whole world went against me, which is why I couldn’t be with a partner.’ I can’t blame anyone because it was my decision, and I am happy with it,” he shared.

While Salman seems content with his decision to remain unmarried, he revealed that becoming a father is something he still hopes to experience. “But yes, kids will come into the picture one day,” the actor added.

During the episode, KJo admitted that he occasionally feels lonely without a romantic partner. However, Salman had a different perspective on the subject.

Responding to Karan, he said, “But you have children, and you have your mother. You are fortunate. You become lonely only when nobody wants to be with you. I don’t think that’s the case.”

Karan then asked Salman whether he ever felt that he was missing out on the experience of parenthood. He said, “I do want to have children at some point. That’s the most amazing thing, and I was very happy when you had children. So, you can never say you are lonely; you have two beautiful children.”

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In an industry where relationships often play out in the public eye, Madhuri Dixit and Dr Shriram Nene have built a marriage that has endured for decades. On October 15, the couple marked 27 years of marriage. To celebrate the milestone, Dr Nene took a trip down memory lane, sharing rare photographs from their wedding celebrations.

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The nostalgic photographs offered a glimpse into their intimate courthouse ceremony in Beverly Hills, California, along with moments from their engagement celebrations and time spent with family and friends. In one frame, Madhuri looks radiant in an understated ivory ensemble as Shriram slips a ring onto her finger. Another captures the newlyweds raising a toast with champagne, surrounded by loved ones as they celebrated the beginning of their life together.

Alongside the photographs, the cardiovascular surgeon penned a heartfelt note to his wife. He wrote, “27 years ago today, at the Beverly Hills courthouse, we said ‘I do’ and began the adventure of a lifetime. We had no idea where life would take us, but we knew we wanted to experience it together. Two incredible sons, countless memories, a few challenges, lots of laughter, and a lifetime of love later, I’d choose you all over again.”

Dr Nene concluded his anniversary message with another affectionate note, writing, “Here’s to the beautiful journey we’ve shared and all the chapters still to come. Happy 27th anniversary, my love. To infinity and beyond, together. #27YearsTogether #HappyAnniversary.”

The couple married in October 1999, when Madhuri was one of the leading stars of Hindi cinema. After their wedding, she stepped away from the spotlight for a period and moved to Denver, Colorado, with her husband. Over the years, they welcomed two sons, Arin and Ryan. Madhuri subsequently returned to acting, continuing to work across films and other entertainment formats.

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Manoj Bajpayee is gearing up for his next crime thriller, Gajab Raat, with the makers unveiling its trailer. Previously titled Ghooskhor Pandat, the film has been renamed following the controversy surrounding its original title earlier this year.

The 2-minute-and-20-second trailer, released on Thursday, introduces Bajpayee as Nirvit, a corrupt police officer who finds himself caught in an increasingly complicated situation. What initially appears to be an opportunity to make some quick money soon spirals into a dangerous night involving unexpected twists, a murder investigation and a larger conspiracy.

The trailer opens with Nirvit receiving a mysterious phone call instructing him to reach a place called Plaza. When he arrives, he discovers that an injured young woman has been thrown out of a moving vehicle. The incident sets off a chain of events as questions emerge about the woman’s identity and her possible connection to a murder.

As Nirvit investigates, he becomes increasingly entangled in a web of secrets and conflicting interests. With the case taking unexpected turns, the officer must decide whether to protect his own interests or do what is right. Unfolding over a single night, the story places him in situations where every decision could have serious consequences.

Apart from Manoj Bajpayee, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Saqib Saleem, Akshay Oberoi, Divya Dutta, Kiku Sharda and Nushrratt Bharuccha.

Directed by Ritesh Shah, Gajab Raat has been co-written by Shah and filmmaker Neeraj Pandey. The crime thriller is backed by Pandey’s production banner, Friday Filmworks.

The film is set to premiere on Netflix on October 23, bringing Manoj Bajpayee and Neeraj Pandey together again after their previous collaborations on Special 26 (2013) and Aiyaary (2018). 

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