‘Salman Khan took an elder-like role’: Sonali Bendre recalls actor making 2 trips to New York during her cancer treatment

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As someone who can’t get enough of heartwarming family dramas, I’m confident that Sooraj Barjatya’s Hum Saath Saath Hai will be a cherished addition to your favorite films. Despite the presence of three romantic pairs in this movie, Salman Khan and Sonali Bendre‘s chemistry was adored by numerous viewers. Their enchanting and innocent love story struck all the right notes. However, here’s an interesting tidbit: these two didn’t see eye to eye on set. In a recent interview, the actress not only shared this but also divulged how Bhaijaan stood steadfastly by her side following her cancer diagnosis.

What did Salman Khan do after Sonali Bendre’s cancer diagnosis?

In 2018, Sonali Bendre received a diagnosis of Stage 4 metastatic cancer, which significantly altered her life. Subsequently, she traveled to New York for her medical care. It was undeniably a challenging period in her life. However, when speaking with ANI, the Sarfarosh actress reminisced about an unexpected side of Salman Khan that she had not previously witnessed, as he offered his support during this difficult time.

It was disclosed that the actor from Bajrangi Bhaijaan went on two visits to New York to make sure Sonali was alright as she battled her illness. Moreover, it was mentioned that Khan would frequently contact her husband for updates and inquire about their choice of physicians. He also suggested medical professionals whom he deemed more suitable, according to Bendre. Furthermore, it was asserted that during this difficult period, her co-star from Hum Saath Saath Hai stepped into a guiding role.

Then, when he believed we’d chosen the most suitable course of action, he became composed. This demonstrates not only his sensitivity but also his thoughtful and compassionate nature,” said Sonali.

Why did Sonali Bendre not like Salman Khan during Hum Saath Saath Hai shoot?

In the same interview, Sonali spoke about her experiences on the popular Sooraj Barjatya movie set. She confided that initially, she didn’t see eye-to-eye with Salman Khan. Salman’s jovial nature was a source of irritation for her during filming. “I eventually grew to appreciate Salman more,” Sonali explained. “To be honest, at the time of Hum Saath Saath Hain, I wouldn’t say we were close friends. We weren’t particularly friendly.

In 2021, Sonali Bendre successfully battled cancer and achieved remission. Ever since, she’s been open about her experiences with the disease and continues to offer support to those facing similar challenges.

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2025-06-07 20:07