Smriti Irani Recalls Salim Khan Scolding Salman Khan and Her Husband Zubin for Car Antics
In a recent appearance on Mashable India's YouTube channel "The Bombay Journey," actress and politician Smriti Irani shared a humorous anecdote about her first meeting with veteran writer Salim Khan. The story revolves around a mischievous incident from the past involving Salman Khan and Smriti's husband, Zubin Irani, during their college days at St. Xavier's.
According to Smriti, when Zubin introduced her to Salman, Salim Khan was present and immediately started scolding Salman. Salim Khan exclaimed, "Tumko malum hai tumhare mia sahab mere bete ke saath kya karte the? They used to steal my car and drive off". He then added, "Nikamme hai dono (Both of them are useless)". Smriti, taken aback by the situation, said she stood there silently as both Salman and Zubin looked down.
The incident reveals a lighthearted glimpse into the younger days of Salman Khan and Zubin Irani, showcasing their camaraderie and penchant for harmless trouble. It also highlights Salim Khan's endearing way of expressing affection, even while playfully scolding his son and his friend.
Smriti Irani credited her husband for introducing her to several Bollywood personalities, including Shah Rukh Khan. She recounted another instance where Shah Rukh Khan jokingly advised her against getting married when she sought him for an interview, to which she responded, "Bhai, too late".
Smriti Irani's journey from the entertainment industry to politics has been remarkable. Her recounting of this amusing incident provides a peek into her early connections with Bollywood and the unexpected encounters that shaped her path.