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Salman Khan Reveals Initial Hesitation to Host Dus Ka Dum, Dad Salim Khan Said 'Bharosa Rakho'
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News18•04-10-2026, 09:17
Salman Khan Reveals Initial Hesitation to Host Dus Ka Dum, Dad Salim Khan Said 'Bharosa Rakho'
- •Salman Khan initially doubted hosting Dus Ka Dum in 2008, despite its eventual success and positive impact on his public image.
- •He shared this anecdote on Bigg Boss 20, urging contestants to be authentic and not fear conflict.
- •Salman related his hesitation to a period of intense negativity and media scrutiny that overshadowed his film career.
- •His father, Salim Khan, advised him to ‘Bharosa rakho, upbringing dikhao’ (Keep faith in yourself, show your upbringing), encouraging him to take the show.
- •Dus Ka Dum, an adaptation of Power of 10, helped audiences see a more relaxed and real side of Salman, changing public perception.
Key Questions Answered
When Salman Khan was hesitant about taking on the hosting role for Dus Ka Dum, his father Salim Khan advised him to keep faith and show his upbringing by telling him 'Bharosa rakho, upbringing dikhao'.
Dus Ka Dum premiered on Sony Entertainment Television in 2008.
Salman Khan hosted all three seasons of Dus Ka Dum, with the third season premiering in June 2018.
