Salman Khan opens up on diet: The actor reveals he eats one spoon of rice in a day; Praises dad Salim Khan’s ‘unique metabolism’, and his daily Bandstand walk at 89

Salman Khan is known for his larger-than-life persona on screen, but in a recent appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show, the superstar offered fans a rare glimpse into his off-screen discipline and family life. From revealing his ultra-minimalist diet to praising his 89-year-old father Salim Khan’s remarkable fitness and daily Bandstand walks, Salman got candid about health, legacy, and staying power—both in life and in cinema.Salman shared that his 89-year-old father, Salim Khan, continues to enjoy hearty meals despite claiming his appetite has reduced. He revealed that Salim still eats 2–3 parathas, rice, meat, and dessert—twice a day. Praising his father’s remarkable health and routine, Salman noted that Salim's metabolism and discipline are on a different level altogether.The superstar further shared that his father continues to walk to Bandstand and back every morning without fail—a routine that fills the family with pride. “We’re so happy to see that. We’re proud to have a father who’s fighting it out,” he said. Speaking about his own disciplined lifestyle, Salman mentioned that he eats everything in moderation. His meals typically include just a spoonful or so of rice, some vegetables, and a portion of chicken, mutton, or fish—carefully avoiding overeating.In the same conversation, he reflected on his influence in shaping fitness culture within the Indian film industry. He shared that he was among the first actors to bring gym culture into the mainstream and takes pride in seeing veteran stars like Dharmendra still committed to their health routines.While his last release, Sikandar, underperformed at the box office, Salman shows no signs of slowing down. He is now gearing up for his next film, reportedly a war drama inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict, to be directed by Apoorva Lakhia. Additionally, buzz suggests he is in talks with Kabir Khan for Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2, potentially marking the return of one of his most beloved roles.