Overview

• After his separation from Reena Dutta, Khan drank nightly for 1.5 years to the point of blackout as he battled suicidal thoughts and withdrew from films
• He recounted defying underworld figures in the late 1990s by refusing a Dubai party invitation even under threats of force
• Salman Khan’s surprise dinner visit and Juhi Chawla’s unexpected outreach during his darkest days forged enduring personal bonds
• Khan’s relationship with Shah Rukh Khan evolved from early friction to regular late-night gatherings that strengthened their camaraderie
• He now co-parents his children amicably with his ex-wives and remains a candid, morally resolute presence in Bollywood