Salman Khan calls out Ashneer Grover’s ‘doglapan’ for podcast comments: ‘Didn’t even know your name’. Viral video

In the world of celebrity-driven entertainment and business ventures, where the lines between personal and professional often blur, a fiery exchange between Salman Khan and Ashneer Grover has captured the attention of fans and the media alike. Salman Khan, one of Bollywood’s biggest superstars, recently called out Ashneer Grover, the co-founder of BharatPe and a former judge on the popular show Shark Tank India, for his comments made on a podcast, describing Grover’s behavior as “doglapan” (hypocrisy). The remarks, which quickly went viral, have sparked heated debates about celebrity egos, social media conduct, and the growing phenomenon of podcast culture in India. The confrontation occurred during an event where Salman Khan, known for his typically calm and composed demeanor, took an uncharacteristically strong stance in addressing Grover’s comments. For context, Ashneer Grover, after stepping down from his position at BharatPe amid allegations of financial misconduct and a media frenzy surrounding his exit, has become a polarizing figure. His no-holds-barred attitude, his straightforwardness (some might say bluntness), and his strong opinions have made him a sought-after figure on podcasts, interviews, and social media. However, his appearance on various platforms also led him to make some controversial remarks about other celebrities, including Salman Khan. Ashneer Grover, known for his unfiltered, often blunt commentary, had previously appeared on multiple podcasts where he discussed the Indian business ecosystem, his journey with BharatPe, and the controversies surrounding his departure from the company. During one such podcast, Grover made a passing reference to Salman Khan, whom he had interacted with on a few occasions in the past, and criticized the actor’s professional conduct and his reputation within Bollywood. Though the comments were not overly harsh, they were loaded with sharp observations about Khan’s perceived behavior in the industry, particularly with respect to how celebrities often position themselves as above the law or public scrutiny. Grover implied that celebrities like Salman Khan, who often have large fanbases and substantial influence, can sometimes present a façade of humility, while their real intentions and actions might not always align with that image. He did not directly insult Khan, but his words seemed to suggest that Khan’s persona as a public figure was somewhat “manufactured,” implying a level of insincerity or “doglapan” (a Hindi slang term meaning hypocrisy). These comments, though perhaps not designed to directly attack Khan, did not sit well with the superstar. Khan, whose public image has always been that of a larger-than-life figure, with a massive following across India and internationally, is known to be protective of his reputation. Being called out by someone like Grover, whose own public image had been marred by controversies, was something Khan seemed unwilling to let slide. Salman Khan’s response to Grover’s comments came during a media interaction, where the actor was asked about the remarks made on the podcast. In an exclusive video that quickly went viral across social media platforms, Khan did not mince words. He called Grover’s behavior “doglapan,” and emphasized that he had never even heard of the businessman until the podcast comments made headlines.