Salman Khan labelled as 'chhichhora, who would harass women'; Dabangg director Abhinav Kashyap attacks him

Director Abhinav Kashyap, brother of Anurag Kashyap, achieved success with 'Dabangg,' which recently marked its 15th anniversary. However, his experiences with the film's star, Salman Khan, have led to various allegations over the years. He recently discussed the image of Salman Khan before Dabangg, stating that the actor needed a makeover. Kashyap mentioned that Khan's previous roles in films like Wanted and Tere Naam had created a "chhichhora" and "mawali" image.

Abhinav on Salman Khan’s image

Initially, Kashyap approached Arbaaz Khan for the lead role, but Arbaaz later offered to produce the film. Kashyap shared his reaction upon learning that Salman Khan would star in the movie. Perhaps delving into the creative dynamics behind this casting decision would be interesting. "Salman's image at the time was that of a chhichhora, someone who would harass women on the streets. This was around 2008, when I'd signed the film. He'd done Tere Naam then. He had a very unflattering image, that of a crazed lover or a roadside Romeo. He also had that towel dance."

Abhinav criticises Salman Khan’s family

Abhinav, brother of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, made further critical comments, calling Salman Khan a "criminal" and describing his family as "not normal." "My opinion on Salman Khan and his family stands. They are not normal human beings. They are proven criminals. He's out on bail. He's a convicted criminal, out on bail. A criminal is a criminal. There are things that even I know," he told Bollywood Thikana.

Abhinav’s previous comments on Salman Khan

Following earlier statements, Anurag Kashyap's brother made additional critical remarks about Salman Khan to SCREEN. "Salman is never involved. He is not even interested in acting, and he hasn't been since the last 25 years. He does a favour by turning up to work. He is more into the power of being a celebrity, but he is not interested in acting. He is a gunda (goon)."

Kashyap went on to allege that Khan is "ill-mannered" and "vindictive." "He (Salman Khan) is the father of the star system in Bollywood. He is from a film family which has been in the industry since 50 years. He continues the process. They are vindictive people. They control the whole process. If you don't agree with them, they come after you," he added.