Salman Khan's Top Bollywood Hits: A Look at His Successes from Dabangg to Tiger
Salman Khan, one of Bollywood's most iconic figures, is set to embark on an exciting journey, exploring new genres and characters beyond his traditional action-hero image.
Kick-starting this new phase is the war drama "Battle of Galwan," based on the 2020 real-life clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in the Galwan Valley. Khan will portray a commanding officer inspired by Colonel B Santosh Babu, in a large-scale patriotic drama shot in high-altitude Ladakh. The film is slated for a release around Bakri Eid 2026.
Another project in the pipeline is a period thriller directed by Mahesh Narayanan. Khan is in advanced talks for this film, which promises to be a distinct departure from his usual roles. The project is expected to be confirmed by the end of 2025.
Salman Khan is also reportedly discussing multiple ideas with director Kabir Khan, spanning diverse genres such as stylish action thrillers, high-octane dramas, and the sequel to "Bajrangi Bhaijaan." These future projects promise a mix of action and drama.
A 2025 Eid release, "Sikandar," produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by A.R. Murugadoss, is another upcoming venture, but the genre remains undisclosed.
Salman Khan's fans, renowned for their loyalty, ensure massive box office numbers regardless of reviews. His films, known for a unique blend of action, emotion, and comedy, appeal to audiences across all age groups and regions.
The success of the "Tiger" franchise, consisting of three films - Ek Tha Tiger (2012), Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), and Tiger 3 (2023) - solidified Khan's position as Bollywood's top action star. His earlier films, such as Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), Dabangg (2010), and Wanted (2009), played a significant role in solidifying his superstar status in the 2000s.
In films like Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), Khan portrayed a kind-hearted man on a mission, while in Sultan (2016), he transformed into a wrestler. Each of his blockbusters offers a unique blend of action, comedy, emotion, and drama.
While no official announcement has been made about Dabangg 4, Khan played the character Chulbul Pandey in the original Dabangg (2010), which launched a successful franchise with Dabangg 2 (2012) and Dabangg 3 (2019).
Salman Khan's personal flair is visible in every role he plays, including iconic dance moves, memorable dialogues, and a unique dressing style. He is best known for action, drama, and romantic films with a mass-entertainment appeal. His films have defined much about his own career and Hindi cinema at modern times.
With these upcoming projects, Khan is set to continue dominating the action genre and potentially collaborate with younger filmmakers, promising an exciting new era in Bollywood.
- Salman Khan's upcoming war drama "Battle of Galwan" will present him in a commanding officer role, marking a departure from his traditional action-hero image.
- The period thriller that Salman Khan is in talks for will serve as a distinct change from his usual roles, as promised by director Mahesh Narayanan.
- Salman Khan's future projects with director Kabir Khan are expected to encompass diverse genres, including action, dramas, and sequels, offering a mix of action and drama.
- Salman Khan's films, spanning various genres like drama, action, animation, thriller, comedy, and war movies, have consistently dominated the box office due to the loyalty of his fans and their appeal to diverse audiences.
