Salman Khan Grins as RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Hails Him as Youth Fashion Inspiration
Bollywood megastar Salman Khan reacted with a visible smile after Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat referred to him as a significant inspiration for college students during a high-profile event in Mumbai. The candid moment was captured on camera as Khan, seated attentively in the audience, listened to Bhagwat's remarks about his cultural impact.
Viral Social Media Clips Capture the Moment
Several videos and photographs from the 100 Years of Sangh Journey: New Horizons event have since circulated widely across social media platforms, drawing considerable attention from fans and observers alike. The footage shows Bhagwat addressing the audience while Khan watches from his seat, his reaction becoming an instant talking point.
Mohan Bhagwat's Remarks on Salman Khan's Influence
In one particularly notable clip from the event, Mohan Bhagwat elaborated on how Salman Khan's personal style choices frequently shape the fashion sensibilities of young people, especially those in college. "Salman Khan ji kya pehen te hai, college vidyarthi waese pehente hai. Kyun pehen rahe hai? 'Unhone pehna hai isliye.' Unhone kyun pehna hai? 'Maloon nahi,'" Bhagwat stated, translating to: "What Salman Khan wears, college students wear the same. Why do they wear it? Because he is wearing it. Why is he wearing it? I don't know."
He further added, "Sabhi baaton mein aesa, acchi baat buri baat, fashion se hi chalta hai. Fashion utpanna karne waale log hote hai woh samaajh k vishwas paatra, shrestha, keerteemaan, aese log hote hai..." which means: "It's the same in every matter, good or bad, everything is driven by fashion. Those who create fashion in society are considered trustworthy, excellent, and accomplished."
Fans and Social Media Users Echo the Sentiment
Soon after the video began trending online, numerous social media users resonated with Mohan Bhagwat's observations, highlighting Salman Khan's profound and lasting influence on popular culture over decades. Many pointed out that the actor has been a definitive trendsetter since the 1990s, with his emphasis on fitness and bodybuilding inspiring an entire generation of young admirers.
- Others reminisced about some of Khan's most iconic style moments through the years, including his memorable towel dance, ripped denim looks, and the signature style of tying a shirt around his waist—all of which were extensively copied by college-going youth during their peak popularity.
- Several users also noted how even his accessories, particularly the distinctive firoza bracelet, evolved into a major fashion statement among his vast fan base.
Inside the RSS Centenary Celebration Event
The RSS marked its historic 100-year milestone with a two-day lecture series titled 100 Years of Sangh Journey: New Horizons. The event was hosted at the Nehru Centre Auditorium in Mumbai and concluded on a Sunday. In addition to Salman Khan, the celebrations saw attendance from numerous Bollywood luminaries, including Akshay Kumar, music composer Pritam, Raveena Tandon, Ananya Panday, and filmmaker Karan Johar, among others. Salman Khan specifically attended the event on Saturday.
Salman Khan's Upcoming Professional Projects
On the professional front, Salman Khan is set to appear next in Apoorva Lakhia's Battle of Galwan, a film based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between India and China, which resulted in the loss of 20 Indian soldiers. The movie features Chitrangada Singh opposite Khan and is scheduled for release on April 17.
The superstar was last seen in Sikandar (2025), an action drama penned and directed by AR Murugadoss. The film also starred Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, and Sathyaraj in pivotal roles, continuing Khan's legacy in the entertainment industry.
