Khans promote newbies

Aamir, Salman, SRK seem to be going all out to mentor youngsters who are making their Bollywood debuts.

Aamir, Salman, SRK seem to be going all out to mentor youngsters who are making their Bollywood debuts

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Salman Khan
Arjun Kapoor, Pulkit Samrat
The rundown: Salman made time for the music launch of Pulkit’s debut, Bittoo Boss. At the film’s preview, Salman even praised Pulkit’s acting. Arjun Kapoor (below) claims he became an actor on Salman’s insistence, as the actor guided him with his training.

The connect: Initially, Pulkit stated that Salman liked the promos of his film. Later, it was revealed that his fiancé, Shradha Rohira, is Salman’s ‘raakhi sister’.

Shah Rukh Khan
Saahil Prem
The rundown: Apparently, Red Chillies is looking into the business aspect of Saahil’s film, Someday. When RA.One was being shot in London, Saahil was working on Someday. SRK had offered him help with equipment and experts working on the superhero film.

The connect: Saahil’s mother and journalist Nishi Prem has known SRK for many years. She was the first to interview SRK. “He’s known me since I was five,” says Saahil.

Aamir Khan
Tiger Shroff
The rundown: With producer Sajid Nadiadwala signing Tiger for a debut, Aamir has promised to share his acting expertise and marketing knowledge with the youngster. “Aamir has told Tiger that if he needs any help in understanding the script, or with marketing, he’s available,” said Jackie.

The connect: Aamir has known Jackie for several years. They acted together in Ram Gopal Varma’s Rangeela (1995).