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How well do you know Salman?

December 23, 2005 20:38 IST
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For the few of you who aren't aware of it, Bollywood's most saleable hero, Salman Khan, turns 40 on December 27. While his fans have long followed his every move, here's a chance for you to test your knowledge of all things Sallu-related.

1. What is Salman's full name?
a. Abdul Rashid Salim Salman Khan
b. Salman Khan
c. Salim Khan

2. Where was he born?
a. Mumbai, Maharashtra
b. Indore, Madhya Pradesh
c. Bangalore, Karnataka

Wrong! Try again..
Wrong! The correct answer is B. 1999's Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam resulted in a real life romance between Salman and Aishwarya Rai. It was possibly the most publicised affair in the history of Indian cinema.
Correct! 1999's Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam resulted in a real life romance between Salman and Aishwarya Rai. It was possibly the most publicised affair in the history of Indian cinema.

3. What was the name of the character Salman played in Maine Pyar Kiya?
a. Prem Choudhary
b. Prem Panicker
c. Prem Pujari

Wrong! Try again..
Wrong! The correct answer is A. Karan Arjun (1995), another big hit for Salman, was originally titled Kaynaat. Ajay Devgan was the first choice for the role of Arjun, but he decided to opt out, which is when Salman stepped in.
Correct! Karan Arjun (1995), another big hit for Salman, was originally titled Kaynaat. Ajay Devgan was the first choice for the role of Arjun, but he decided to opt out, which is when Salman stepped in.

4. How many younger sisters does Salman have?
a. Three
b. One
c. Two

Wrong! Try again..
Wrong! The correct answer is C. Salman Khan is a health freak. He also loves initiating people who aren't as health-conscious as he is, into working out. He forced Anil Kapoor to workout daily, and Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan are two of his early trainees. Speaking of health, Salman was an excellent swimmer in school, and it was assumed he would one day represent the country.
Correct! Salman Khan is a health freak. He also loves initiating people who aren't as health-conscious as he is, into working out. He forced Anil Kapoor to workout daily, and Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan are two of his early trainees. Speaking of health, Salman was an excellent swimmer in school, and it was assumed he would one day represent the country.

5. What is the name of Salman's movie said to be the first Indian film on AIDS?
a. Phir Milenge
b. Nishchaiy
c. Tere Naam

Wrong! Try again..
Wrong! The correct answer is A. When Aamir and Salman were approached to sign the contract for the Andaz Apna Apna (1994), each wanted more screen time than the other. Eventually, they settled on being onscreen for the same amount of time.

Correct! When Aamir and Salman were approached to sign the contract for the Andaz Apna Apna (1994), each wanted more screen time than the other. Eventually, they settled on being onscreen for the same amount of time.

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