Salman Khan's Real Name Abdul Rashid; Rejected Baazigar, Ghajini Roles

• Salman Khan, born Abdul Rashid, turned 60 on Saturday, December 27.
• He famously rejected Shah Rukh Khan's role in Baazigar due to its negative character, a decision supported by his father, Salim Khan.
• Salman suggested adding a mother figure to Baazigar, which Abbas-Mustan later incorporated, thanking him for the idea.
• He also turned down blockbusters like Ghajini, Chak De! India, and Kal Ho Naa Ho, but has no regrets about SRK's success.
• Despite rejections, Salman holds records for 8 highest-grossing films of the year and 13 consecutive Rs 100 crore films; next in Battle of Galwan.

Why It Matters: Salman Khan's career is marked by selective role choices, leading to unique success and iconic films.