Salman Khan brought his trademark humour to the IIFA 2027 press conference in Mumbai on Thursday, October 22, as he playfully teased Shahid Kapoor over a gesture the actor made upon stepping onto the stage. The exchange drew laughter from the audience, with Kareena Kapoor Khan also seen enjoying the light-hearted moment.Clips from the event have been circulating online, with Salman’s cheeky remark emerging as one of the highlights of the press conference.
Why Salman Khan teased Shahid Kapoor
In videos from the event, Shahid Kapoor can be seen touching the stage as a mark of respect when he steps onto it. Noticing the gesture, Salman seized the opportunity to crack a joke, prompting laughter from those present.The exchange was light-hearted, with Salman poking fun at Shahid’s gesture in his characteristic style. Kareena Kapoor Khan’s reaction added to the moment, drawing attention to the playful interaction among the Bollywood stars.
Salman Khan’s ‘Inhone mere pair nahi choohe’ remark
As Shahid stepped onto the stage, Salman quipped, “Inhone mere pair nahi choohe, stage ko chooa inhone.”The remark, which translates to “He didn’t touch my feet; he touched the stage instead,” left the audience and members of the media laughing. The playful exchange quickly caught viewers’ attention, with clips of the moment making their way across social media.
Salman Khan’s work slate
On the professional front, the actor is set to headline ‘Monster’, a pan-India project directed by Vamshi Paidipally and produced by Dil Raju. The film co-stars Nayanthara and is slated for an Eid 2027 release.