EXCLUSIVE: Sooraj Pancholi Opens Up About Salman Khan’s Unwavering Support During 12-Year-Long Legal Battle; Recalls, “He Only Asked Me One Thing…”

Sooraj Pancholi is an Indian actor who appears in Hindi-language films. The son of actors Aditya Pancholi and Zarina Wahab, he debuted with the 2015 romantic action film Hero, for which he won a Filmfare Award for Best Newcomer. He also starred in the 2019 action drama film Satellite Shankar opposite Megha Akash. In his FIRST podcast post getting acquitted in his 12-year-long legal battle with Bollywood Bubble, Sooraj Pancholi recalls Salman Khan’s unwavering support during and after his court case and thanks him.

Sooraj Pancholi Recalls Salman Khan’s Unwavering Support During Legal Battle

Speaking of Salman Khan’s unwavering support, Sooraj Pancholi said, “He only asked me one thing, which my father also asked me. He looked me straight in the eye and said, ‘Sooraj, have you done something wrong?’ I said, ‘Sir, I have not.’ He never questioned me after that day. Nor did my father. I think he gave me a chance purely based on trust. Also, because he’s been through—not the same situation—but he’s experienced the whole media trial and everything that comes with it. So maybe he was in a position to understand. I think he was a very good judge of character and chose to trust me at that point.”

Sooraj Pancholi-Salman Khan Relationship

Sooraj Pancholi regards Salman Khan as a mentor and a key supporter in his career. Salman had produced Sooraj’s debut film, Hero. Khan has often been called a “godfather” to many in Bollywood. As the son of Aditya Pancholi, Sooraj was launched by Salman. He has continued to support him through his legal battle too.

Despite the challenges, Salman was the first person Sooraj contacted after being cleared by the court. Sooraj regularly expresses gratitude for Salman’s support, emphasising that their bond extends beyond professional ties. He has stated that he values their relationship and has been seen with Salman at various events. This very much clears that their connection is genuine and not solely based on work.

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