Salman makes TV debut with Challenge ’05

Powerhouse performer

Salman's dances have always been a talking point in his films. Adds Yarde, "His energy and spirit is unmatchable. All the contestants were in for a big surprise when they saw him dance to their renditions."

The actor commented on his experience on the show by saying, "I have never witnessed such exuberance on any other show. I think each contestant is equally deserving and my vote is with every contestant on Challenge 2005."

Apparently, Salman was very impressed with one contestant, Paresh Madhaparia, who's come to take part in the show from the UK. "He told Paresh to stay back in Mumbai and pursue singing rather than going back home," adds a source on the Challenge.

Interactive round

Another addition on the show is the launch of an interactive phase. Called the Bramhastra round, the initiative involves six contestants who were voted out, but have been called back by one of the mentors — Himesh Reshammiya.

Among these six contestants will be two who will make it back to the show. At the event, Salman scribbled his choice of contestants after witnessing the performances of the six and sealed it in an envelope.

To get viewers involved in the voting round, the channel has offered two lucky winners (who's choice of vote matches with that of Salman) to spend the entire day with the actor.

Salman makes his television debut on November 4, at 10 pm.