Bollywood actors Sanjay Dutt and Salman Khan’s long-standing friendship took centre stage on Koffee With Karan Season 9, as Dutt shared a heartfelt message for his close friend. Along with recalling a memorable incident from the sets of Dus, Dutt expressed his wish to see Salman embrace fatherhood, adding a personal and emotional touch to his message.
Hosted by Karan Johar, the celebrity chat show featured a special video message from Dutt, who fondly addressed Salman as “Bhaijaan” and described the two actors as the industry’s “bad boys”.
Sanjay Dutt Recalls His Special Bond With Salman Khan
In his video message, Dutt remembered meeting Salman during visits to his father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan. He recalled seeing Salman working out during those early encounters and said their relationship had grown into a strong bond over the years.
Calling Salman “Bhaijaan”, Dutt spoke warmly about their friendship and the connection they have maintained within the film industry.
He also shared a humorous memory from the filming of Dus. During a helicopter sequence that involved going into the water, Dutt became worried when he felt his safety rig loosening. He recalled shouting to Salman for help and gripping his friend’s legs tightly out of fear of falling. The incident, he said, became a funny memory in retrospect.
‘Give Us a Kid,’ Sanjay Dutt Tells Salman Khan
The most talked-about part of Dutt’s message was his wish to see Salman become a father. Speaking affectionately about his friend, Dutt said he wanted Salman to have a child whom their friends and family could hold and cherish.
He expressed his love and admiration for Salman, saying he would always be proud of him. The comment added a playful yet emotional moment to the tribute, highlighting the personal side of their friendship.
Salman has often been the subject of public curiosity about marriage and parenthood, making Dutt’s candid remarks a notable moment from the episode.
Koffee With Karan Continues to Make Headlines
Since its debut in 2004, Koffee With Karan has become known for candid celebrity conversations, personal revelations, rapid-fire rounds and entertaining exchanges between Bollywood personalities.
The show’s format often brings out lesser-known stories about friendships, careers and relationships, with celebrity video messages adding another dimension to the conversations.
Dutt’s message for Salman combined humour, nostalgia and affection, giving viewers a glimpse into their long-standing friendship beyond their public personas.
