Bollywood superstar Salman Khan addressed his decade-long rumored feud with singer Arijit Singh during the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 19, aired on October 12, 2025, on Colors TV and JioCinema. The clarification came amid a light-hearted chat with comedian Ravi Gupta, where Khan called Arijit his “very good friend” and admitted the misunderstanding was “from my side.” The incident, stemming from a 2014 awards show gaffe, had fueled speculation of canceled collaborations, but Khan revealed they’ve since worked together on Tiger 3 (2023) and an upcoming Battle of Galwan song. Filmed in Mumbai, the episode has trended with #SalmanArijitReunion, captivating India’s 467 million social media users in the ₹101 billion entertainment industry.
The 2014 Gaffe That Sparked a Feud
The tension began at the 2014 Music Mirchi Awards, hosted by Salman and Riteish Deshmukh. Arijit, then rising with “Tum Hi Ho” from Aashiqui 2, accepted his award in casual attire. Salman jokingly asked, “So gaye the?” (Were you asleep?), to which Arijit replied with a smile, “Aap logon ne sula diya yaar” (You guys put me to sleep). The audience laughed, but the comment was perceived as a slight, leading to reports of Salman canceling Arijit’s songs from his films. Arijit apologized publicly in 2016 on social media, writing a heartfelt note seeking forgiveness. Despite this, no official word came until now, with rumors persisting for nearly a decade.
Khan’s Candid Admission: “We Are Very Good Friends”
In the episode, Gupta’s nervous admission about meeting Salman prompted Khan to reflect on past tensions. “Arijit aur main bahut acche dost hai. Jo misunderstanding thi, meri side se thi. Uske baad usne gaane bhi kiye mere liye,” Salman said, adding that Arijit sang for Tiger 3 and is now working on a Battle of Galwan track. He emphasized their bond, dismissing any enmity: “Sab sorted hai.” The moment, captured in a viral clip, showed Khan’s humility, with Gupta joking about his own “misunderstandings.” This revelation aligns with their 2023 reconciliation, spotted at Salman’s residence, confirming the feud was over.
Human Impact: A Lesson in Letting Go
Salman’s openness humanizes him, the “Bhai” of Bollywood, amid his own health battles like trigeminal neuralgia. For Arijit, 38, whose “Tum Hi Ho” defined a generation, the closure validates his 2016 apology. Fans on X celebrated with #SalmanArijitFriends, trending with 1 million posts: “Finally, the end of a silly feud—love wins!” In India’s diverse 780-language landscape, the story bridges generations, reminding that misunderstandings fade with time. As Bigg Boss 19 intensifies, Khan’s reflection adds depth, showing even stars evolve.
A Feud Faded to Friendship
Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 19 revelation isn’t gossip—it’s grace. Admitting fault with Arijit Singh, it asks: Can words heal old wounds? In Bollywood’s spotlight, their answer is yes, turning rivals into “very good friends.”
-By Manoj H