Salman Khan steps up to help body double Parvez Kazi after heart surgery, ensures medical care: Report

Parvez Kazi has been Salman Khan’s body double on films like Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, Race 3, Dabangg 3 and Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai.

Salman Khan has once again proved that he stands by the people who have been part of his journey for years. The actor recently stepped in to help his longtime body double Parvez Kazi after he fell unwell and underwent minor heart surgery earlier this month. The actor made sure Kazi got the right medical care and support while he recovered.

Salman Khan helps ailing body double Parvez Kazi after heart surgery, manager reveals details.

What happened to Parvez Kazi?

According to a report in India Today, Parvez Kazi fell unwell at home on August 6. While initial reports suggested that he had suffered a heart attack on the sets, his manager Piyush later clarified that the incident did not happen during the shoot. Piyush said Parvez went to the doctor after feeling unwell and underwent a series of tests. He was then admitted to the hospital, where doctors performed a minor heart surgery.

Once Salman came to know about Parvez's health scare, he immediately stepped in to help and made sure he received the right treatment. According to Piyush, Salman was “right there with us” and personally ensured that everything related to Parverz's medical care was taken care of. He added, “Salman sir treats Parvez sir, like a younger brother and helped immediately.”

He is now recovering and doing better. He is also said to be deeply grateful to Salman for being there for him and making sure he got the help he needed at the right time.

Impact on Monster shoot

Parvez Kazi’s health scare briefly raised concerns about Salman’s ongoing shoot for his upcoming pan-India action film with Nayanthara, reportedly titled Monster. With him taking time off to recover, there were reports that Salman might have to take on some of the action portions himself. Kazi is now recovering well and is expected to return to the sets after a few days of rest. The team has also made some changes to the stunt schedule and is taking extra precautions to ensure his safety when he resumes work.

Directed by Vamshi Paidipally and produced by Dil Raju, Monster marks Salman’s first film with the producer. The film is currently being shot in Mumbai and has several large-scale action sequences lined up. For the shoot, the makers have reportedly recreated an Afghan village at Prime Focus Studio in Film City. A Korean action team is also working on the film’s stunt sequences. Monster is expected to hit theatres on Eid 2027.

Who is Parvez Kazi?

Parvez Kazi has been Salman Khan’s body double for several years now. He has worked for the actor on many projects including Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, Race 3, Bharat, Dabangg 3 and Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai.

Salman Khan's other projects

Meanwhile, Salman Khan’s war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace is also awaiting a release update. The film, earlier announced as Battle of Galwan, has reportedly been delayed amid concerns from the Ministry of Defence over certain portions of the story.

Salman Khan Films had earlier clarified that the film was yet to be submitted to the CBFC and denied reports that its release had been pushed to 2027. The makers are yet to announce a new release date.