In a recent episode of Bigg Boss 18’s Weekend Ka War, host Salman Khan brought up Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu as an example of humility and simplicity, contrasting his real-life persona with his larger-than-life on-screen image.
While addressing the contestants’ behavior and attitudes, Salman Khan highlighted Mahesh Babu’s grounded nature despite his massive stardom. Referring to Mahesh Babu’s brother-in-law relationship with former actress Shilpa Shirodkar, Salman said, “Shilpa, your brother-in-law Mahesh Babu, on screen he is like that. But in real life, he is not like that. Woh ek screen ka jo ek posture hain, ek jo bhagne ka style hain, ek action ka hain, ek look hain! Woh ek attitude dikhta hain. But real life main toh hain nahi! Simple sa aadmi hain, family man hain (He has a posture, a way of running, doing action… he has a look. He has an attitude. But in real life, he is not like that! He is a simple person, a family man).”
A Family Man at Heart
Mahesh Babu, known for his suave action sequences and stylish roles, has always been celebrated for his grounded lifestyle off-screen. Married to actress Namrata Shirodkar since 2005, the actor recently marked his 19th wedding anniversary. The couple has two children, Gautam, born in 2006, and Sitara, born in 2012.
Salman’s Take on Reality
Continuing the discussion, Salman addressed the contestants about their perception of reality in the show, stating, “Ab aap sab bolte hain na ki TV se hain ye reality se hain… Reality ye hain ki sab TV pe hain (You all keep saying you’re in TV or reality… The reality is that all of this is on TV).”
The star also took a moment to reprimand contestant Rajat Dalal for his indirect approach toward conflict in the house. “If I want to warn someone or instigate, then I’ll not take someone else’s name. If I want to face off with someone, I’ll do that myself,” Salman asserted, maintaining his signature no-nonsense hosting style.
Upcoming Projects
While Mahesh Babu continues to be a topic of admiration for his on-screen and off-screen persona, fans are eagerly awaiting his next venture, a film directed by SS Rajamouli.
Salman Khan’s admiration for Mahesh Babu serves as a reminder that true success is not just about star power but also about staying humble and grounded, even in the limelight.
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