A heartwarming throwback image featuring Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has once again captured the internet's attention, reminding fans of his natural affinity with children. The picture, which originates from actress Raveena Tandon's family album, shows her young daughter, Rasha Thadani, sitting comfortably on Salman's lap.
A Glimpse from the Past: The Viral Family Photo
Raveena Tandon originally shared this nostalgic snapshot on Instagram back in 2019. In the image, a then five-year-old Rasha is seen happily perched on her "Uncle Salman." Raveena accompanied the post with a heartfelt caption that read, "How time flies ... down memory lane, when @officialrashathadani was all of 5 years old ... hanging with Uncle Salman ... must say he is the best ever with kids." Based on Rasha's age in the photo, it is estimated to have been taken around 2010.
From Co-stars to Family Friends: Salman and Raveena's Journey
The connection between Salman Khan and Raveena Tandon goes back decades in Bollywood. Raveena made her dazzling debut opposite Salman in the 1991 film 'Patthar Ke Phool'. The duo later starred in the iconic cult comedy 'Andaz Apna Apna' (1994), though their characters were not romantically paired in the film. They shared screen space again in 'Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye' (2000). This long-standing professional relationship has evidently blossomed into a warm personal friendship, as evidenced by the family photograph.
Fatherhood Dreams and Forthcoming Projects
Salman Khan has often been candid about his desire to have children. In a 2019 interview with Mumbai Mirror, he humorously remarked on the complexities, stating, "I want children, but with children comes the mother. I don't want the mother, but they need one. But I have a whole village to take care of them." More recently, in 2025, during an appearance on the talk show 'Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle,' he expressed a more definitive hope, saying, "Children, I will have, one day, soon. It's just that eventually one will have kids, but let's see."
On the professional front, fans are eagerly awaiting his next cinematic venture. Salman Khan is set to star in the highly anticipated film 'Battle of Galwan'. The movie, directed by Aproova Lakhia, is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops and is one of the most talked-about projects in the pipeline.
The resurfaced picture is a tender reminder of the softer side of the actor often called 'Bhaijaan,' showcasing the effortless bond he shares with the younger generation of his colleagues' families.
