Salman Khan has long been celebrated for his magnetic charm and a string of blockbuster films. Rising to fame in the late 1980s with hits like 'Maine Pyar Kiya' and 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun', he became a household name, captivating audiences across India and beyond. Yet, amidst his illustrious career, he did face a rejected involving a heartfelt proposal to fellow actress Juhi Chawla, which did not culminate in the fairy-tale ending.
During the early 1990s, both Salman and Juhi were climbing the stairs of hits in the film industry. In a candid interview from that era the clip which was widely shared on social media, Salman openly expressed his admiration for Juhi's sweetness and charm. He recounted, "She is very sweet. Adorable girl. I asked her father if he will let her get married to me." However, his proposal was met with refusal. When asked about the reason, Salman shrugged and said, "Don't fit the bill, I guess."

While Salman remained one of

Bollywood

's most eligible bachelors, Juhi found her life partner in businessman Jay Mehta, tying the knot in 1995. Their union has been blessed with two children, a daughter named Janhavi and a son named Arjun.

The camaraderie between Salman and Juhi extends beyond personal anecdotes. Their professional paths crossed in various films. Juhi made a special appearance in the 1994 cult classic '

Andaz Apna Apna

', which starred Salman along with Aamir Khan. Later, Salman had a cameo in Juhi's 1997 film '

Deewana Mastana

'. They also featured in the 2007 ensemble film 'Salaam-e-Ishq', albeit in separate storylines—Salman alongside Priyanka Chopra and Juhi with Anil Kapoor. Their on-screen collaborations, though limited, have always been received warmly by audiences.