Delhi( Khyber Point)Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has addressed long-standing allegations that he has ruined careers in the film industry, making a rare clarification during the latest episode of Bigg Boss 19.
The actor’s response came after Shehnaaz Gill reintroduced her brother, Shehbaz Badesha, as a wildcard contestant on the reality show. While requesting Salman’s support, Shehnaaz remarked that he had helped many people build their careers.
In reaction, Salman Khan firmly denied playing any role in making or breaking someone’s professional journey. “I am not responsible for shaping anyone’s career. It is the Almighty above who decides,” he said. Salman went on to add that, in fact, people often accuse him of destroying careers. “If I ever ruin someone’s career, it would only mean I am destroying my own. That is not in my power,” he clarified.
His candid remarks drew attention on social media, where debates about his influence in Bollywood have often circulated. For years, Salman has been both praised for supporting newcomers and criticized for allegedly sidelining certain actors. By addressing the controversy head-on, he attempted to distance himself from the narrative of being either a kingmaker or a career-breaker.
The episode highlighted Salman’s desire to end the speculation surrounding his role in others’ professional lives. While he continues to host Bigg Boss with his trademark charisma, his statement underscores that success and failure in the industry cannot be pinned solely on one individual.
With Bigg Boss 19 gaining momentum, Salman Khan’s strong response may silence critics—at least for now—but it also reopens a larger conversation about power dynamics in Bollywood.
