22 October,2026 06:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Salman Khan (Pics/Yogen Shah)
Salman Khan won hearts with a heartwarming moment at the IIFA 2027 press conference in Mumbai, where a young fan requested a hug and an autograph. The superstar happily obliged, making the little fan's day. The interaction comes amid tight security around the actor, following the recent attack on Tiger Shroff.
In a heartwarming moment after the conference, a young fan approached Salman Khan and asked, "Salman sir, can I hug you?" The actor happily agreed, saying, "Sure, beta!" The little fan then showed Salman a poster featuring the superstar and requested his autograph. Salman obliged, making the encounter a memorable one for his young admirer. This video won hearts as Salman fulfilled the fan's wish amid tight security following the attack on Tiger Shroff.
Salman Khan appeared at the IIFA 2027 press conference in Mumbai, where he called on paparazzi to respect celebrities' boundaries while photographing them. Addressing photographers, Salman said, "Peeche ka yaad rakh lena, itni izzat to de hi sakte ho sab log (Keep the back shot thing in mind. The least everyone can do is show that much respect)."
The IIFA 2027 press conference was also attended by celebs like Pankaj Tripathi, Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Varun Dhawan, Ali Fazal and many others. For the occasion, Salman looked dapper in a blue blazer and denim look.
In an episode of Bigg Boss in September, Salman called out photographers for clicking actresses inappropriately and warned of strict action against them. During his appearance on Koffee With Karan 9, Salman spoke about PR culture and how girls are uncomfortable with such back shots. He also criticised the obsession with phone cameras, saying they have ruined everyone's lives.
Workwise, Salman has two films in his kitty. His war drama, Battle of Galwan, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, was supposed to release this year. However, it is stuck in limbo over its portrayal of the Chinese and has not yet received CBFC clearance. Apart from this, he has Vamshi Paidipally and Dil Raju's pan-India film Monster, which is set for an Eid 2027 release. It stars Nayanthara alongside him.
