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Bhansali rebuked Salman Khan on Aishwarya Rai film set, says actor
Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali reportedly reprimanded Salman Khan during the filming of 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' over an incident involving co-star Aishwarya Rai, according to accounts shared by actress Smita Jaykar.
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An anecdote from the sets of the 1999 romantic drama 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' has resurfaced, detailing an alleged altercation between director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and actor Salman Khan. The incident reportedly occurred when Khan touched Aishwarya Rai's arm during filming, prompting a stern rebuke from the director.
Actor Smita Jaykar, who was part of the film's cast, recounted the episode in recent interviews, describing how Bhansali reprimanded Khan for crossing professional boundaries on set. According to her account, the director addressed the situation directly with the actor, referencing the romantic storyline of the film but emphasizing the need to maintain appropriate conduct during production.
The film, which marked a significant collaboration between Khan and Rai, became one of Bollywood's most successful romantic dramas. 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' featured Khan as Sameer, Rai as Nandini, and Ajay Devgn as Veer, with their on-screen chemistry becoming iconic among audiences.
Setside tensions during film productions have long been a subject of industry discussion. The account highlights the protocols maintained by prominent directors to ensure professional conduct during shooting schedules, particularly in romantic scenes requiring close physical proximity between actors.