The 50+ Best Salman Khan Movies

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Salman Khan, the quintessential Bollywood superstar, has an illustrious career that spans more than three decades. With numerous blockbusters under his belt, he continues to enthrall moviegoers with his charismatic on-screen presence and impeccable acting prowess. This comprehensive guide to the best Salman Khan movies delves deep into his extraordinary filmography, highlighting key films that not only earned him critical acclaim but also left an indelible mark on the Indian cinema landscape. 

By exploring the assortment of best Salman Khan movies, one can appreciate the extraordinary range of characters he has brilliantly portrayed on screen, accentuating his immense contribution to the film industry. From heartwarming romance to high-octane action, these films epitomize the artistic versatility that has cemented Salman Khan's position as a leading figure in the industry. A closer look at these exceptional films reveals how they brilliantly capture his talents, transcending genre boundaries and showcasing his ability to captivate audiences worldwide. 

Among the best Salman Khan movies, the timeless romance Maine Pyar Kiya stands out as a prime example. The film catapulted Khan to stardom and remains an eternal fan favorite for its magnetic chemistry between the lead pair and unforgettable melodies. Another sterling example is the family drama Hum Saath Saath Hain, which underscores the versatility of Khan's acting repertoire by beautifully portraying the bonds of love and unity within a large Indian family. Lastly, the phenomenal success of Dabangg must be acknowledged, as it solidified Khan's status as an action hero and spawned a hit franchise. These cinematic gems exemplify just a fraction of the superb body of work that Salman Khan has contributed to the world of cinema. 

The magnificent tapestry of Salman Khan films is a testament to his enduring appeal and artistic excellence, reflecting an unyielding passion for his craft and the ability to captivate audiences globally. As audiences continue to be mesmerized by his on-screen charisma and versatility, these acclaimed films serve as a vibrant homage to the legendary career of a true Bollywood icon. Together, they create an invaluable mosaic that depicts the incredible journey of Salman Khan and his ever-evolving legacy.

  • Hum Saath Saath Hain
    1

    Hum Saath Saath Hain

    Salman Khan, Sonali Bendre, Saif Ali Khan
    2,751 votes
    An anniversary, marriages and engagements are the background for the story of three brothers.
  • Maine Pyar Kiya
    2
    Salman Khan, Mohnish Bahl, Reema Lagoo
    1,451 votes
    Maine Pyar Kiya is a 1989 Indian musical romantic film, written and directed by Sooraj R. Barjatya in his directorial debut. Starring Salman Khan and Bhagyashree in the lead roles, it was produced by Rajshri Productions. Maine Pyar Kiya tells the story of the two friends Prem and Suman, who gradually fall in love with each other. It is the debut of Khan in a leading role after he has appeared in Biwi Ho To Aisi in a supporting role. Earning over 156 million the film was the top grossing Bollywood film of the year. The film counted among the top 10 successful films of India.
  • Dabangg
    3
    Salman Khan, Anupam Kher, Sonakshi Sinha
    1,385 votes
    "Set in Uttar Pradesh, Dabangg is the story of a corrupt police officer played by Salman Khan and highlights the flaws and loopholes in the system. The film primarily deals with the unlawful practices in the states of UP and Bihar. " Quoting the synopsis from Rotten Tomatoes.
  • Hum Aapke Hain Kaun...!
    4
    Salman Khan, Anupam Kher, Madhuri Dixit
    1,463 votes
    Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! is a 1994 Indian musical romantic-comedy film, written and directed by Sooraj R. Barjatya, and produced by Rajshri Productions. Starring Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan, it celebrates Indian wedding traditions by relating to the story of a married couple and the relationship between their families; a story about sacrificing ones love for ones family. It is a remake of the studio's own film Nadiya Ke Paar. Earning over 1.35 billion worldwide, the film became the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time. It contributed to a change in the Indian film industry, with new methods of distribution and a turn towards less violent stories. It was the first Hindi film to gross over 1 billion, and when adjusted for inflation, it is still one of the highest-earning Bollywood films ever. Box Office India described it as "the biggest blockbuster of the modern era." The 14-song soundtrack, an unusually large number, was also very popular, with popular singer Lata Mangeshkar lending her voice for more than 10 of the 14 songs in the film. Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!
  • Partner
    5
    Salman Khan, Govinda, Katrina Kaif
    1,195 votes
    Prem (Salman Khan) likes to think he knows more about women than the average man. Growing up with six sisters made him more sensitive to the female psyche, and he's turned that experience into a successful career helping other men land the women of their dreams. One of his newest clients is Bhaskar (Govinda), who has fallen in love with his wealthy boss, Priya (Katrina Kaif). While helping Bhaskar, Prem develops feelings for Naina (Lara Dutta), a journalist who doubts his matchmaking skills.
  • Ek Tha Tiger
    6
    Katrina Kaif, Salman Khan, Girish Karnad
    1,148 votes
    Ek Tha Tiger is a 2012 Indian Romantic action spy thriller film, directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Aditya Chopra of Yash Raj Films. It stars Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, and features Ranvir Shorey, Girish Karnad, Roshan Seth and Gavie Chahal in supporting roles. The film was the third collaboration of Kabir Khan with Yash Raj Films after Kabul Express and New York. The plot centers on an Indian spy code-named Tiger who falls in love with a Pakistani spy during an investigation and how Tiger's ideology and principles change over time. Pre-production of Ek Tha Tiger started in the second half of 2010 after the script had been completed. Principal photography commenced on September 2011 and ended in June 2012. The film was shot in five countries. Initially scheduled for a release on June 2012, the film's release was delayed and it opened on 15 August 2012, coinciding with India's Independence Day was holiday which celebrates on 65th anniversary to the marked. Critics gave Ek Tha Tiger generally positive to mixed reviews with most of the praises given for its action, cinematography and music.
  • Wanted
    7
    Salman Khan, Ayesha Takia, Vinod Khanna
    1,565 votes
    In Mumbai, India, beautiful middle-class Jhanvi (Ayesha Takia) falls for lifelong gangster Radhe (Salman Khan), though she has two other men vying for her affections: the older Sonu Gates (Prabhu Deva) and Inspector Talpade (Mahesh Manjrekar), Radhe's nemesis. But the inspector is both already married and knee-deep in the corruption and gang violence that rules Mumbai. Radhe, too, may not be entirely what he seems. Between a kidnapping and a violent shootout, love can be brutal indeed.
  • Andaz Apna Apna
    8
    Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Paresh Rawal
    1,641 votes
    Andaz Apna Apna is a 1994 Indian Hindi comedy film directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, starring Aamir khan, Salman Khan, Raveena Tandon, Karisma Kapoor and Paresh Rawal in the lead roles. Mehmood, Govinda and Juhi Chawla make guest appearances. The film was released on 11 April 1994. The film was remade in Tamil as Ullathai Allitha. Even though the movie was an average grosser when it released, it has emerged as a cult film over the years. The film was nominated for the 1995 Filmfare Awards in four categories; Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Comedian.
  • Karan Arjun
    9
    Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Kajol
    984 votes
    Karan Arjun is a 1995 Bollywood action thriller film starring Salman Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Raakhee, Mamta Kulkarni, Kajol, Amrish Puri and Ranjeet. The film was directed by Rakesh Roshan and written by Ravi Kapoor and Sachin Bhowmick. Karan Arjun is a mix of an upbeat Bollywood musical, religious overtones and an action movie. The film was the second biggest hit of 1995 after Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. At the end of the run, it was declared a "Blockbuster".
  • Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
    10

    Mujhse Shaadi Karogi

    Priyanka Chopra, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar
    1,032 votes
    Mujhse Shaadi Karogi English: Will You Marry Me? is a 2004 Indian romantic comedy film directed by David Dhawan and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The film stars Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles, making it the second collaboration between Kumar and Chopra after Andaaz and the first collaboration between Khan and Chopra. It also stars Amrish Puri, Satish Shah and Rajpal Yadav in the supporting roles. The film was released on 30 July 2004 to positive reviews praising the direction, the performances by its cast, the music, the cinematography, the art direction, the costumes and styling. The film opened to strong collections at the box-office and went on to gross 565 million worldwide. It was the third highest grosser of 2004 and was declared a "Hit" by Box Office India. The film is an unofficial remake of the Hollywood film Anger Management starring Adam Sandler and Jack Nicholson.
  • No Entry
    11
    Salman Khan, Esha, Anil Kapoor
    809 votes
    Newspaper owner Kishan (Anil Kapoor) has always been faithful to his wife, Kaajal (Lara Dutta), who constantly suspects him of having affairs. Meanwhile, Kishan's married friend Prem (Salman Khan) frequently cheats on his doting wife, Pooja (Esha Deol), without getting caught, incurring the disapproval of Kishan and photographer Sunny (Fardeen Khan). Tired of listening to his moralistic pals, Prem introduces Kishan to Bobby (Bipasha Basu), an attractive prostitute.
  • Tere Naam
    12
    Salman Khan, Sachin Khedekar, Mahima Chaudhry
    1,282 votes
    Tere Naam is a 2003 Bollywood musical romantic drama film. It is directed by Satish Kaushik and written by Bala and Jainendra Jain, starring Salman Khan and Bhoomika Chawla in her Hindi film debut. The film is a remake of Bala's own directional venture, Tamil film Sethu. The film is supposedly based on a true story as the DVD cover says "Unfortunately a true love story", though during the end credits a fictitious disclaimer is shown. Before the release of the film media speculated the film was based on Khan's real life relationship with actress Aishwarya Rai. Tere Naam was released on 15 August 2003 and was a major success at the box office. Salman was highly praised for his portrayal of Radhe Mohan and the role is widely considered to be his finest performance till date. Tere Naam was nominated for a total of 24 Awards, winning 7 of them, including 8 Filmfare Award nominations. In 2011 Kaushik announced a sequel to Tere Naam, thus he is currently working on the script.
  • Biwi No.1
    13
    Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan
    982 votes
    Biwi No.1 is a 1999 Bollywood comedy film directed by David Dhawan. It stars Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Sushmita Sen, Anil Kapoor and Tabu. Saif Ali Khan has a special appearance. It is remake of the 1995 Tamil film Sathi Leelavathi' The plot has inspired the 2005 comedy hit Kannada movie Rama Shama Bhama starring Kamal Hassan,Ramesh Aravind,Urvashi and Daisy Bopanna'. In 1999 Salman Khan appeared in the three biggest blockbusters and highest grossing movies of the year - Biwi No.1, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Hum Saath Saath Hain.
  • Bodyguard
    14
    Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor
    1,035 votes
    Lovely Singh is extremely respectful of Mr Rana and his daughter Divya. While appointed as Divya's bodyguard, he falls in love with a girl he has never met, unaware that she is none other than Divya.
  • Hum Dill De Chuke Sanam
    15
    Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Salman Khan, Ajay Devgan
    667 votes
    Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam is a 1999 Bollywood romantic drama film directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It was released in the English-speaking world as Straight from the Heart. The film stars Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai and Ajay Devgan. The story is adopted from Maitreyi Devi's Bengali novel Na Hanyate, and is based on a love triangle. It also reflects the influence of the German novella Immensee and the 1943 Nazi era film based on it, Immensee. It was filmed throughout the Gujarat-Rajasthan border region, in addition to Budapest, Hungary, which was used to represent Italy. The film was premiered in the Indian Panorama section at the 1999 International Film Festival of India. Due to the success, the film was remade in Bengali as Neel Akasher Chandni in 2009, with Jeet reprising Salman Khan's role, Jishu Sengupta reprising Ajay Devgan's role, and Koel Mallick reprising Aishwarya Rai's role.
  • Baghban
    16
    Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Hema Malini
    558 votes
    Baghban is a 2003 Bollywood drama film directed by Ravi Chopra, featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini in lead roles. Aman Verma, Samir Soni, Saahil Chadha and Nasir Kazi portray their four sons. Salman Khan, Mahima Chaudhry, Paresh Rawal, Rimi Sen and Lilette Dubey are featured in supporting roles. It is an unofficial adaptation of the 1937 movie Make Way for Tomorrow and many scenes and the plot of the film was also inspired from the 1958 Kannada film School Master It has similar theme like the Hindi film Avtaar made in 1983 starring Rajesh Khanna and Shabana Azmi. It released to cinemas on 3 October 2003. This film was remade in Kannada as Ee Bandhana in the year 2007 starring Vishnuvardhan and Jaya Pradha in the lead. Baghban was originally a remake of Oon Paoos, a Marathi film. Raja Paranjape was the lead actor and director of Oon Paoos. It explores themes that are prevalent in the play King Lear by Shakespeare, because too suffers much pain and duress at the hands of his children.
  • Saajan
    17
    Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit
    890 votes
    Saajan is a 1991 Hindi film directed by Lawrence D'Souza and starring Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, and Salman Khan. It was released on 30 August, 1991. It is partly inspired by the French play Cyrano de Bergerac.
  • Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge
    18
    Salman Khan, Anupam Kher, Paresh Rawal
    748 votes
    Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge is a 2000 Indian romantic comedy film starring Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor in the lead roles. The film did very well at the box office with a good opening and collected 111 million according to box office india and was declared a 'Hit'.
  • Judwaa
    19
    Salman Khan, Anupam Kher, Shakti Kapoor
    812 votes
    Judwaa is an Indian Bollywood action comedy film directed by David Dhawan, starring Salman Khan opposite Karisma Kapoor and Rambha. Released on 7 February, 1997, the film was a big hit at the box office . This movie has Salman Khan doing a double role as estranged twins. The movie is a remake of the Telugu movie Hello Brother, which is based on Jackie Chan's movie Twin Dragons.
  • Dabangg 2
    20
    Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha
    782 votes
    Dabangg 2 is a 2012 Indian action film directed and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the banner of Arbaaz Khan Productions. It's a sequel to the 2010 film Dabangg and the second installment of Dabangg film series. It is written by Dilip Shukla. The story is set in the city of Kanpur. The film features Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha reprising their roles from the previous film, whilst Prakash Raj plays the antagonist. Development of the project commenced after the release of Dabangg. Filming began on 9 March 2012 at Kamalistan Studios in Mumbai and it released on 21 December 2012. The first look poster was unveiled on 8 November 2012 whilst the theatrical trailer was premiered on 10 November 2012, on Khan's reality show Bigg Boss 6. The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics in India and negative reviews from critics overseas. The film opened strongly upon release and went on to break the three-day record set by Ek Tha Tiger by netting around 583 million in India. Dabangg 2 has become tenth highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time in India and worldwide. Dabangg 2 is the second-highest grossing Hindi film of 2012 after Ek Tha Tiger.
  • Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya
    21
    Salman Khan, Kajol, Dharmendra
    966 votes
    Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya is a 1998 Indian Bollywood romantic comedy film. Written and directed by Sohail Khan, the film stars his real-life brothers Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan alongside Kajol and Dharmendra in pivotal roles.
  • Ready
    22
    Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgan
    788 votes
    Ready is a 2011 action/comedy film directed by Anees Bazmee.
  • Kick
    23
    Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Randeep Hooda
    837 votes
    A slippery thief (Salman Khan) plays an important part in the lives of a psychiatrist (Jacqueline Fernandez) and her prospective husband (Randeep Hooda), a police officer from India.
  • Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
    24

    Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

    Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Kajol
    954 votes
    Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (English: Something... Something Happens) also known as KKHH, is a 1998 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film, released in India and the United Kingdom on 16 October 1998. It was written and directed by Karan Johar, and starred the popular on-screen pair of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in their fourth film together. Rani Mukerji featured in a supporting role, while Salman Khan also had an extended-cameo appearance. Sana Saeed, who was featured in a supporting role, made her debut in this film. The plot combines two love triangles set years apart. The first half covers friends on a college campus, while the second tells the story of a widower's young daughter who tries to reunite her dad with his old friend. Filmed in India, Mauritius, and Scotland, this was Johar's directorial debut. One of his goals for the film was to set a new level for style in Hindi cinema. The music was composed by Jatin-Lalit, was the biggest seller of the year. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai received a positive reception from critics, with special praise directed to Kajol's performance. The film was successful in India and abroad, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of the year and the third highest-grossing Indian film at that time behind Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994) at number 1 and also Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol starrer Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) at number 2. Outside India, the film was the highest grossing Hindi film ever until its record was broken by Karan's next directorial, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001). The film received numerous accolades, including the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and awards in the "Best Film" category at the Filmfare Awards, Zee Cine Awards, Screen Awards, and Bollywood Movie Awards. The film won 8 Filmfare Awards and is the only film to win all four acting awards at the ceremony, namely Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress.
  • Chori Chori Chupke Chupke
    25
    Salman Khan, Preity Zinta, Rani Mukerji
    801 votes
    Chori Chori Chupke Chupke is a 2001 Hindi movie directed by Abbas-Mustan. It stars Salman Khan, Preity Zinta and Rani Mukerji. Chori Chori Chupke Chupke is probably the first Bollywood movie to handle the taboo issue of surrogate childbirth. Some of the scenes in the film have been borrowed from Pretty Woman, and the storyline is similar to Doosri Dulhan by Lekh Tandon. In 2001, the CBI seized prints of Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, after it was discovered the movie was funded by the Mumbai underworld, which has resulted in a well publicised controversy known as The Bharat Shah Case.
  • Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?
    26
    Katrina Kaif, Salman Khan, Sushmita Sen
    612 votes
    Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya? is a 2005 Bollywood comedy film directed by David Dhawan. It stars Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Sushmita Sen and Sohail Khan in the main role. Also starring Arshad Warsi, Ishaa Koppikar, Beena Kak, Rajpal Yadav and Dolly Bindra. Arbaaz Khan made a guest appearance in the movie. The film is about the relationships of a womanizing doctor who gets ultimately stuck between two women: a patient with suicidal tendencies and his nurse. Like the 2011 Hollywood movie Just Go with It, this film was based on the 1969 film Cactus Flower.
  • Garv
    27
    Salman Khan, Shilpa Shetty, Anupam Kher
    775 votes
    Garv: Pride and Honour is a 2004 Indian action film directed by Puneet Issar. The film stars Salman Khan, Shilpa Shetty and Amrish Puri.The film was first hit of Salman Khan in 2004. The film was initially titled Sanghar .
  • Bajrangi Bhaijaan
    28

    Bajrangi Bhaijaan

    Harshaali Malhotra, Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor
    123 votes
    Pavan, a devoted follower of Lord Hanuman, faces numerous challenges when he tries to reunite Munni with her family in Pakistan after she gets lost while traveling back home with her mother.
  • Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai
    29
    Salman Khan, Anupam Kher, Johnny Lever
    561 votes
    Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai is an Indian Hindi language film released in 1998. Directed by Deepak Sareen and written by Honey Irani, the film stars Salman Khan as womaniser Sooraj and Twinkle Khanna as his first real love. Aditya Narayan plays Khan's previously unknown son.
  • Chal Mere Bhai
    30
    Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Shakti Kapoor
    572 votes
    Chal Mere Bhai is a Bollywood comedy film released in 2000. The film is produced by Nitin Manmohan and directed by David Dhawan. It stars Sanjay Dutt, Salman Khan and Karisma Kapoor in the lead roles. This was Karisma's fourth time in a row playing a character with the name Sapna. The film is inspired with popular Pakistani TV drama Ankahi.