Abdul Rashid Shahid Salman Khan can be credited by popularizing the name ‘Prem’ which has almost become his on screen name. He made his debut as lead with this name in Maine Pyaar Kiya, although he had earlier made his on-screen debut in Biwi Ho To Aisi as a supporting actor.

Born on December 27, 1965, he is as famous for his shirtless, bulging biceps look on screen as he is for his unpredictable nature off screen. He also played the lead in Hum Aapke Hain Kaun which remains among the highest grossers in Hindi cinema. He may have gotten a lot of bad press due to his brushes with the media and even with the law, but his friends swear by his generosity and kind heart.

He was born to scriptwriter Salim Khan and mother Salma Khan. His step mother is the famous Helen. His brothers Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan are also in films though none of them has achieved the name and fame he has.

In the past he has been linked to various beauties, most famous among them is former Miss Universe Aishwarya Rai, with whom his tumultuous relationship made the headlines quite often. However, presently the country’s most eligible bachelor is dating Katrina Kaif.

His brushes with the law include a hit and run case and the killing of an endangered animal for which he had to spend some time in jail too. His most recent controversy includes his spat with Shah Rukh Khan after which he famously declared in the media that he is no longer friends with Salman.