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After production, Salman to wear director's cap? Here's the truth
22 Mar 2019
Salman Khan is undoubtedly one among the noted actors and producers in Bollywood.
The superstar has launched several newcomers under his production house.
And now, there are reports that he is planning to add another feather to his cap, by directing a movie soon.
While the reports got his fans excited, the Sultan actor's reaction to these reports will leave you in splits.
Salman wasn't interested in acting ever, was keen on direction
Interest
For the uninitiated, Salman, who made his Bollywood debut in 1988 release Biwi Ho To Aisi, was never interested in acting in the first place.
In fact, the superstar wanted to enter Bollywood as a writer-director. But destiny had other plans for him and he's grateful.
"I wanted to start my career with direction, but that didn't happen. Thank God," Salman was quoted saying.
Salman remains skeptical about direction, but actively participates in scripting
Doubts
Soon after Salman's surprising revelation, there were speculations if the superstar is planning to try his hands on direction anytime soon.
However, he admitted to being skeptical about the plan. Salman did reveal that he has been actively involved in scripting of some of his movies.
"Because as soon as you feel that you know the formula, it just comes out," he added.
Salman is launching veteran actress Nutan's granddaughter Pranutan in 'Notebook'
Launch
Meanwhile, Salman is all set to launch Zaheer Iqbal and Pranutan Bahl in his production Notebook.
Notably, Pranutan is yesteryear actress Nutan's granddaughter.
The superstar is all praises for the movie and revealed that Notebook was first offered to him.
"I got this film long back and as the lead role, but since my image is changed, I couldn't do it," he asserted.
For now, Salman gearing up for his first 2019 release
Release
Apart from that, Salman is also gearing up for his much-awaited movie Bharat, which is slated to release on Eid this year.
Helmed by Ali Abbas Zafar, Bharat is based on South Korean movie Ode To My Father.
Apart from Salman, the movie also stars Katrina Kaif, Jackie Shroff, Tabu, Sunil Grover, Disha Patani, Sonali Kulkarni and Nora Fatehi in key roles.
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