Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar were phenomenal: Salman Khan

The Bollywood megastar also talks about his favourite cricketer

It turns out Bollywood megastar Salman Khan is a huge fan of retired Pakistani cricketers Imran Khan, Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar.

At a recent event in Dubai, while discussing the ongoing cricket world cup Khan said, “Imran Khan, Shoaib... young Shoaib, Wasim Akram, Javed Miandad; they were phenomenal.”

Salman Khan, who was in the UAE for the opening of a jewelry brand’s store, is often seen playing and supporting celebrity cricket matches. When asked about his favourite cricketer he quipped, “Cricket, wait, there are 11 players right?”, as reported by Emirates 24/7.

 



Salman Khan playing cricket with a young TV actor. PHOTO: TWITTER

 

Prompted further and he said: "My favourite player is Mohammed Azharuddin. He is Sangeeta Bijalani's husband, no former husband. Anyone who knows who she is knows my choice is not a diplomatic one."

Bijalani was once engaged to Khan, before the wedding was called off weeks before the big day.

Asked about his wedding plans, the usually reclusive actor didn't evade the question in his candid style but rather said: "I always get so close to a wedding. God has been very kind. You can ask most married men and they will tell you what I mean."
He continued: "But one day my luck will run out. I hope it runs out soon. But more than marriage, having children is on my list. If I can figure out how to have those without marriage..."

Talking about his decision to endorse a jewellery brand, Khan admitted that he only attached his name to a product that was valued at home. The actor, who admitted he only ever wears his trademark turquoise and white gold bracelet, said in future any jewellery that he wears in his films will come from the brand he endorses, which includes the upcoming 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo' opposite Sonam Kapoor.

Speaking about the Being Human jewellery line that will be go in sale across the GCC in few months, Khan stated: "My fans buy copies of my bracelet and we get no royalties for it, so we decided to officially market the bracelet I wear and benefit my Being Human foundation in the process. Now please, buy it officially."

He continued: "I will have creative say in the Being Human line of jewellery, but I have so many women at home, like my mom, sister Alvira and Arpita who can do the advising for the jewellery. Why do you need me?"