Salman Khan says he was reluctant to host Dus ka Dum amid negativity, dad Salim Khan convinced him: ‘Bharosa rakho’
Salim Khan urged him to accept the show, and Salman Khan said Dus Ka Dum helped change public perception during a period of heavy media criticism.
- During the latest Bigg Boss Season 20 Weekend Ka Vaar episode, host Salman Khan reflected on his professional journey, recalling how he nearly declined the 2008 game show Dus Ka Dum amid intense negative media coverage.
- Facing relentless negative press regarding his personal life, the actor considered rejecting the project; however, his father, writer Salim Khan, urged him to accept, asking, "Don't you trust your personality, heart, and upbringing?"
- The host explained that the show allowed audiences to see him as a person rather than just an actor, noting, "They just watched me on Dus Ka Dum because they didn't see an actor, they saw a person."
- Drawing parallels to Amitabh Bachchan's career, Salman pointed out that the veteran actor similarly rebuilt his professional image through Kaun Banega Crorepati, overcoming negativity to establish a new phase in his career.
- Using his experiences as a guide, Salman advised the Bigg Boss contestants to remain authentic despite constant filming, emphasizing that showcasing one's true self is essential for making an impact.
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Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan recalls how ‘10 Ka Dum’ changed his ‘negative’ image; says ‘Itni negativity chal rahi thi mere khilaaf...'
The ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaani’ actor recently revealed how the show came at a time when he was dealing with intense negativity around his personal life, films and public image, and eventually helped audiences see him differently.
'Sab Kuch Negative Chhap Raha Tha': Salman Khan Recalls His Downfall, Says 'Das Ka Dum' Helped Him Rebuild Career
Salman Khan recalls his career downfall on Bigg Boss 20, revealing how Das Ka Dum helped him overcome negativity. He also discusses Amitabh Bachchan's journey.
Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan reveals ‘10 Ka Dum’ helped him overcome his ‘Negative’ image after ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’; says 'Itni negativity chal rahi thi mere khilaaf...'
Bigg Boss 20's latest episode featured host Salman Khan talking about dealing with negativity in his life and how TV show' Dus Ka Dum changed his image in
In the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman Khan spoke openly about his image for the first time. He revealed that his media image had deteriorated significantly since his debut, but the show 10 Ka Dum has changed that image.
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