Salman Khan made a surprise appearance at Sangeeta Bijlani’s 65th birthday celebration in Bandra, Mumbai, on Wednesday, reaffirming the close bond they’ve shared for years despite their past romantic relationship. The actor arrived with his security entourage and sported a casual yet stylish look, donning a black T-shirt and denim jeans, complemented by a fresh new hair colour.

While Salman maintained a serious expression as he posed for paparazzi outside the venue, his demeanor noticeably softened when he spotted a young fan at the entrance. A now-viral video captures the actor pausing to interact with the child, sharing smiles, and even posing for a picture before heading into the building.

The heartwarming moment stood out amid an otherwise reserved public appearance. Inside the party, actor Arjun Bijlani also joined the celebrations and shared a picture with both Salman and Sangeeta, capturing the spirit of the evening.

As Salman exited the celebration and made his way to his vehicle, he was surrounded by fans. One enthusiastic admirer tried tapping him for a selfie, but his security quickly intervened, and Salman left the venue without further interaction.

The appearance has sparked admiration online, both for Salman’s loyalty to long-time friends and for his kind gesture towards a young admirer.