Koffee With Karan 9: Salman Khan opens up about multiple injuries, Aneurysm and health struggles behind his physique

During the premiere episode of Koffee With Karan Season 9, Salman Khan has addressed the health problems and physical setbacks that affected his appearance over the years. The actor discussed his fitness journey, multiple injuries and the effort required to maintain his physique at 61.

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The conversation also revisited his shirtless moment on Bigg Boss 20, which went viral after viewers criticised his physical appearance. Salman acknowledged the discussion as Karan Johar brought up the incident.

From Maine Pyar Kiya to Dabangg: The Shirtless Legacy

Karan recalled how Salman helped popularise the shirtless male lead in Bollywood. His appearances in films such as Maine Pyar Kiya, Wanted and Dabangg helped establish his muscular physique as a defining part of his screen image.

The filmmaker also credited the actor with contributing to the growing gym culture among Bollywood’s leading men. Their conversation highlighted how Salman’s fitness became closely associated with his on-screen persona.

Salman Khan Opens Up About Multiple Injuries

Asked how he continues to maintain his physique at 61, Salman attributed it to years of hard work, discipline and lifestyle changes. He also admitted that several health complications had affected his appearance and that he regretted letting himself go during that period.

Explaining the physical challenges he had faced, the actor said, “A lot of hard work. A lot of sacrifices. I just added a lot of good things to my life and reduced every bad thing. For the people who have been die-hard fans of shirtless me, okay, there was a phase in my life because of a lot of injuries and stuff like that. It was unfair on them. No matter how old you are, it is unfair on them to see me like that. My head was broken, some hernia stuff was there. My shoulder was messed up. And all this came from Sultan. Knee and back, and then trigeminal neuralgia, then the aneurysm. That is not any justification for how I was looking. I should not have let go for that time.”

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His remarks offered a glimpse into the health battles behind his changing appearance. The actor’s candid admission also reflected his awareness of the expectations surrounding his fitness, built over decades of playing action heroes on screen.