Mumbai: Bollywood stars Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt once again gave fans a glimpse of their decades-long friendship after Salman shared a heartfelt social media post dedicated to the veteran actor. The post, featuring warm photographs of the two embracing each other, has been widely appreciated by fans across social media.
Accompanying the pictures, Salman described Sanjay Dutt as his “bada bhai” (elder brother) and expressed his affection with an emotional message. Wishing him happiness and good health, Salman prayed that “Allah, Bhagwan and Jesus” continue to bless Sanjay, calling him someone deeply loved by everyone. The post was paired with the song Chal Mere Bhai, a nostalgic reference to one of the films the duo starred in together.
Babaaaa for ever baba aur baba ,baba hota hai. Sanju baba hai hum sab ka baba n Sanju baba now apne bacchon ka baba , mera bada bhai Sanjay Dutt, Allah,Bhagwan Jesus sab iss Aadhmi ko khush rakhain, I love you Baba. pic.twitter.com/chd2ZBdnFJ
— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) July 31, 2026
The touching tribute also drew reactions from Sanjay Dutt’s family. His wife, Maanayata Dutt, commented, “Brothers for life,” while daughter Trishala Dutt responded with heart emojis, reflecting the warmth shared between the two actors. The photographs are believed to have been taken during Sanjay Dutt’s 67th birthday celebrations held on July 29.
Salman and Sanjay have shared a close friendship for decades, both on and off the screen. Their successful collaborations include films such as Saajan, Chal Mere Bhai and Yeh Hai Jalwa. Most recently, the actors made special appearances in the Saudi action film 7 Dogs.
On the professional front, Sanjay Dutt was last seen in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge, while Salman Khan is preparing for his next action entertainer directed by Vamshi Paidipally. An official release date for his much-awaited war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace is yet to be announced.
The post quickly gained traction online, with fans celebrating the enduring friendship between the two Bollywood stars, calling it one of the industry’s strongest and most cherished bonds.
