Akashdeep Saigal says Salman Khan destroyed his career after Bigg Boss spat

Akashdeep Saigal had a major fight with Salman when he appeared as a contestant on the fifth season of Bigg Boss. He had accused Salman then of hitting him and causing emotional hurt.

Updated on: Aug 11, 2016, 14:10:34 IST

Hindustan Times | By Soumya Srivastava, New Delhi

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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is known for launching the careers of many stars like Sooraj Pancholi, Katrina Kaif and Asin. However, an aspiring actor has come forward and said that Salman has actually destroyed his career. He is Akashdeep Saigal, famous for his role as Tulsi’s no-good son, Ansh, from Kyuki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.

Akashdeep Saigal had a major fight with Salman when he appeared as a contestant on the fifth season of Bigg Boss. He had accused Salman then of hitting him and causing emotional hurt.

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Salman Khan and Akashdeep Saigal in Bigg Boss 5.

Akashdeep told TOI in an interview that Salman had hired an entire PR team dedicated towards making sure his career never takes off. He had a major fight with Salman when he appeared as a contestant on the fifth season of Bigg Boss. Akashdeep had accused Salman then of hitting him and causing emotional hurt.

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However, five years since the spat, Akashdeep is returning to the movies with KV Anand’s untitled Tamil film and when asked if things are better with Salman, he said that he has indeed moved on but cannot say the same about the Bajrangi Bhaijaan actor. “Totally! But I don’t know if he has. I never hired any PR to destroy a career. I don’t have a petty mind. I don’t take 10 people along with me to make myself seem more powerful,” he told the daily.

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Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More

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