Salman Khan celebrates his 57th birthday: Ajay Devgn showers love, Katrina Kaif calls him the real 'OG'

Former cricketer Suresh Raina termed the 'Sultan' actor 'legendary'.

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Birthday wishes pour in for Salman Khan.
Bollywood heartthrob Salman Khan turned 57 on Tuesday. The actor hosted a grand celebration for his family and close industry friends.

A slew of B-town celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Kartik Aaryan, Tabu, Sonakshi Sinha, Suniel Shetty, Pooja Hegde & Siddhant Chaturvedi, among others, showed up at the bash to wish the birthday boy, while many couldn't make it due to their busy schedule. However, that didn't stop them from wishing the 'Sultan' star on his special day.

Superstar Ajay Devgn took to Twitter to share an adorable picture of the duo. His caption read, "Always wish only the best for you, friend. See you soon."



Actress Katrina Kaif, who has starred opposite Khan in movies like 'Ek Tha Tiger', 'Tiger Zinda Hai', 'Bharat', 'Partner' and 'Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya', shared a special Instagram Story. She termed him the 'Tiger' and 'OG' (Original Gangster) in her post.
Katrina's IG Story
Katrina's IG Story

Actress Esha Deol also found a unique way to wish Khan. "We love you. Stay blessed," she wrote alongside an image of the two from their 2005 film 'No Entry'.

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Veteran actor Gulshan Grover wished Khan health and happiness.


Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh sent his love and blessings to Khan. "You are and will always remain, simply the best," his caption said.


Telugu star Venkatesh Daggubati of 1993's 'Anari' fame shared a cute picture of the two on Khan's birthday. "Wishing you a very happy birthday and lots of love dear. May you have a great year ahead," he wrote.
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Actress Sophie Choudry also confessed that Khan is her first-ever crush. "Health and happiness always, SK! Lots of love," her post read.

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Terming Khan 'legendary', former cricketer Suresh Raina said he hopes the actor's day is filled with delightful memories.


Boxing champion Nikhat Zareen said she was Khan's biggest fan alongside a lovely video. "Happy birthday to the kindest, most incredible person I have the pleasure of meeting. You’re truly so special to me and I want you to know that I hold you very close to my heart. May almighty bless u with good health and lots of love."


Several other actors took to social media to wish the Bhaijaan on his birthday.
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