Arjun Kapoor, who has recently been in the spotlight for his much-anticipated entry scene in
Singham Again
, has opened up about his admiration for Bollywood icons Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, and Aamir Khan. In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Arjun fondly recalled iconic moments from these stars’ films that left a lasting impression on him.
When asked about his memories of iconic movies, Arjun enthusiastically shared his love for ‘
Dabangg
‘, Salman Khan’s 2010 blockbuster that redefined the actor’s image in Bollywood. Reflecting on Salman’s powerful entrance as Chulbul Pandey, Arjun said, “Dabangg, to see that entry, the way he breaks through and says, ‘Robin Hood Panday, swagat nahi karoge humara?’ was outstanding.” His voice brimmed with admiration, as he described that scene as one of the most impactful moments he has witnessed on screen.
For Arjun, ‘Dabangg’ is iconic not only for its action sequences but also for Salman’s charismatic presence. Shifting gears, Arjun also recalled a nostalgic experience from his youth when he first watched Shah Rukh Khan’s Mohabbatein. He reminisced about the thrill of securing black-market tickets for the film, as it was nearly impossible to get tickets at Mumbai’s Chandan Cinema during its Diwali release. “I remember when Mohabbatein released, and we couldn’t get tickets outside Chandan. We had to buy them in black. There were ten of us, and it was also Diwali holidays,” he said, reflecting on how the film’s release became a special memory for him and his friends.
Arjun’s affection for Bollywood stars continued as he spoke about Aamir Khan’s ‘
Lagaan
‘. He vividly recalled the electric atmosphere in the theater during the film’s climactic cricket scene, likening it to the suspense of a live match, an experience that etched itself in his memory.
Of course, Arjun couldn’t leave out Hrithik Roshan. He confessed to having a “semi-crush” on Hrithik after watching Dhoom 2 and admitted that Hrithik’s performance was mesmerizing.
Currently, Arjun is enjoying the success of Singham Again, directed by Rohit Shetty, where he takes on the role of a villain. The film has surpassed the ₹200 crore mark in India, further solidifying Shetty’s reputation for blockbuster hits. For Arjun, Singham Again is a significant milestone in his career, marking his first major villainous role, and the film’s success has added yet another feather in his cap.
