Karan Johar mentioned that Salman Khan has potential to be an action hero, noting that he showcased his action skills in one of his films, which could have established him as massive action star.
Published: October 5, 2025 2:57 PM IST
Karan Johar recently shared his thoughts on Salman Khan’s potential as an action hero. According to Karan, Salman Khan had the potential to become a massive action star 10 years before his role in Dabangg. In fact, Karan mentioned that one of Salman’s 2004 films showed glimpses of his action hero potential.
What did Karan Johar say?
Karan Johar said, “Salman Khan was giving love stories to the masses in the 90s, he could have been a massive action movie star 10 years before Dabangg.” The film “Garv” didn’t do big business, but it got an impressive opening. Karan Johar believes that Salman’s action skills were evident in this film, and he could have become a massive action star if he had continued to pursue this genre. Karan Johar also talked about Salman’s success in Dabangg, saying that Salman realized his potential as an action hero after the film’s success. He added that Salman was always an action hero, but he had only given love stories to the masses before Dabangg. Karan Johar emphasized the importance of updating one’s sensibility and being aware of the current market trends.
The relationship between Salman Khan and Karan Johar
Salman Khan and Karan Johar share a complex and multifaceted relationship in the Indian film industry. While they have collaborated on several successful projects, including “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” and “Student of the Year”, their personal rapport has been subject to fluctuations over the years. Despite occasional public disagreements and criticisms, they have maintained a professional relationship, with Karan Johar often acknowledging Salman’s talent and contribution to Bollywood.
More about Garv
“Garv” is a 2004 Indian action drama film directed by Lawrence D’Souza, starring Salman Khan and Raveena Tandon in the lead roles. The movie follows the story of an honest cop, ACP Arjun Ranawat, who seeks to eliminate crime and corruption from society.
Story Highlights
- Karan Johar believes Salman Khan had the potential to become a massive action star 10 years before Dabangg.
- The 2004 film “Garv” showed glimpses of Salman’s action hero potential, but didn’t do well at the box office.
- Salman realized his potential as an action hero after the success of Dabangg, according to Karan Johar.
- Karan Johar emphasized the need to stay updated with current market trends and audience preferences.
Karan Johar’s comments on Salman Khan’s potential as an action hero have sparked interest in their professional relationship and Salman’s filmography.
