Bollywood industry stalwart and veteran screenwriter Salim Khan has stepped up to defend his famous son, superstar Salman Khan, as the actor finds himself embroiled in a menacing situation involving notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Salim Khan dismissed any rumors surrounding Salman’s alleged involvement in the much-publicized Blackbuck poaching case, asserting that his son has no reason to apologize to the Bishnoi community or anyone else. He firmly stated in a recent interview with ABP that Salman never killed any animal, stressing that apologizing would equate to an admission of guilt.
The gravity of the situation has escalated as Lawrence Bishnoi, a well-known figure in the underworld, has issued threats to the actor. The gangster, who has already claimed responsibility for the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, warned Salman to apologize or face severe repercussions. Bishnoi claims that Salman Khan humiliated his community by allegedly poaching a blackbuck, which holds cultural significance for the Bishnoi community. However, Salim Khan has emphatically denied these accusations, speaking out publicly to clear his son’s name.
During his conversation on ABP, Salim was candid about his trust in Salman’s word. He revealed that he questioned Salman about the blackbuck incident, and his son categorically denied being present during the incident. “I asked Salman who did it,” Salim shared, “and he said that he was not even present at the spot. He said he was not even in the car when the incident happened. And he never lies to me.” This unwavering belief in his son’s integrity has emboldened Salim Khan to stand firm against the continuous threats and accusations hurled at Salman.
Salim Khan went further in his defense by expressing disbelief that his son, or any member of their family, could be involved in such an act. In his words, “Mafi mangna, ye accept karna hai ki maine maara hai. Salman ney kabhi kisi jaanwar ko nahi maara.
. Humne kabhi kisi cockroach ko bhi nahi maara. Hum inn cheejo me believe hi nahi karte,” which translates to, “Apologizing means admitting. Salman never killed any animal. We have never even killed any cockroach. We do not believe in these things.”
Reinforcing this stance, Salim posed a rhetorical question to those urging Salman to apologize: “Salman kissey jaake maafi maangey? Aapne kitne logo sey maafi mangi hai, kitne jaanwaro ki aapne jaan bachai hai?” meaning, “Who should Salman apologize to? How many people have you apologized to, how many animals’ lives have you saved?”
The veteran screenwriter’s defense didn’t stop there. He further challenged those accusing Salman by asking them to produce concrete evidence of any wrongdoing. “Koi gunaah kiya hai? Aapne dekha hai? Aapko maloom hai, jaanch padtaal ki hai? Humne toh kabhi bandook bhi use nahi ki,” which means, “Has he committed any crime? Have you seen him? Have you investigated the matter? We have never even used a gun.”
Salim Khan stands firm with an unwavering belief in his son’s innocence. In light of the threats, both father and son remain resolute in asserting Salman’s innocence regarding the allegations. No stranger to the limelight, Salman Khan has found himself in controversies before, but support from his family, especially his father, bolsters his resolve to weather this current storm.
As the saga unfolds, the film fraternity and Salman Khan’s massive fan base continue to rally in support of the actor. The situation remains tense as both public and legal proceedings regarding the allegations continue. Meanwhile, Salman Khan maintains his focus on his professional commitments, amidst heightened security measures to ensure his safety. Salim Khan’s forceful defense of his son marks another chapter in the ongoing battle between celebrity values and criminal intimidation, drawing attention to the contrasting narratives in this high-profile controversy.
