19 May,2026 07:59 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Salman Khan (Pic/X)
Salman Khan recently sent social media into a frenzy after sharing a deeply reflective post about being "alone" and "lonely." The superstar's words- "By I me myself⦠2 ways to be by yr self, alone n lonelyâ¦" - instantly caught the internet's attention, with fans speculating about his emotional state.
However, the actor soon put all concerns to rest with a warm and light-hearted message for his fans, assuring them that there was absolutely no reason to worry.
Responding to the chatter, Salman tweeted, "Arre yaar, mai apne bare mein nahi baat kar raha tha (I was not talking about myself). How can I be alone when I have such a large amazing family n friends, n how can I be lonely when I have u guys, your wishes n duas⦠I would be the biggest na-shukra ever."
He further said, "Kabhi kabhi logon ke saath reh kar pak jaata hun, isliye some me time, bas⦠Iss baar koi photo nahi, breaking news bana diya. Mummy pooch rahi hai, âKya hua beta?' Chill maro yaar. I sometimes get bored spending time with others and prefer some me time. No photo this time, don't make breaking news. My mom asked, 'what happened, son? Chill guys)".
The actor's candid and humorous note instantly struck a chord with fans, who flooded the comments section with relief, love, and laughter. While his original post triggered intense speculation online, Salman's response reminded audiences why they connect with him beyond the screen, his ability to remain unapologetically real, emotionally honest, and effortlessly relatable.
Earlier, the actor had pointed out the difference between being 'alone' and being 'lonely' through his latest social media post. He shared a jaw-dropping shirtless pic of himself flaunting his abs on social media, and shared that being alone is a choice, whereas being lonely is when no one wishes to be with you.
Salman wrote on his Instagram, "By I me myself, 2 ways to be by yr self, Alone and Lonely, Alone is by choice n lonely when nobody wants to be with uâ¦.. Ab iske aage you Figure out what you need to do (sic)".
Meanwhile, Salman Khan is gearing up for his next big-screen spectacle, Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, directed by Apoorva Lakhia and produced under the banner of Salman Khan Films.
