When Hrithik Roshan revealed Salman Khan was the first to tell him he could do big in life: “Maine kabhi unko public platform par thank you nahi kaha but…”

When Hrithik Roshan revealed Salman Khan was the first to tell him he could do big in life: “Maine kabhi unko public platform par thank you nahi kaha but…”

Hrithik Roshan recently opened up about the person who first saw his potential long before the world did Salman Khan. An old throwback video of Hrithik from an event has now gone viral, showing the actor getting candid and emotional about that early moment of encouragement.

In the clip, Hrithik recalls being just 18 when Salman Khan became the first person to tell him he could achieve something big in life. “Main 18 saal ka tha tab hi mujhe iss duniya mein jo pehle shakhs the jinhone kaha ki aap zindagi mein kuch accha kar sakte ho, mere mein jo faith thi ki main kuch kar paunga, wo Salman Khan the,” Hrithik said.

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He went on to admit that despite carrying this gratitude for years, he had never actually expressed it publicly. “Maine kabhi koi bhi public platform par unko thank you kaha nahi and today I want to thank you,” he added, looking directly towards Salman.

Hrithik also shared a personal detail about their bond, one that has remained unchanged over the years. “Wo hamesha kehte hai ‘I love you Dooks’ aur usmein sab keh jaate hai wo,” he said with a smile, referring to the affectionate nickname Salman has for him.

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The heartfelt moment resonated with fans because it showed a side of Bollywood relationships that isn’t always visible — genuine support and belief before fame and success arrive. At the time Salman made that remark, Hrithik was still far from his big debut in Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000), the film that would go on to make him a household name.

The clip has since been widely shared on social media, with fans praising Hrithik for acknowledging that early push and for giving Salman his due credit in such a warm, unfiltered way. Sometimes, a simple “thank you” is all it takes to bring a story full circle.