As the New Year dawned, Salman Khan, after a brief sojourn in Jamnagar, made his way back to Mumbai, sharing warm New Year wishes with the paparazzi at the airport. The actor's relaxed demeanor and friendly interaction with the photographers created a buzz, setting a positive tone for the year ahead for his fans.

Khan had been in Jamnagar to celebrate both his 59th birthday on December 27th and New Year's Eve with the Ambani family. Videos and photos from his birthday celebration circulated widely on social media, showing the actor in high spirits amongst family and friends. One video showed Khan visiting a mall in Jamnagar with Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, with large crowds gathering to catch a glimpse of the star.

Earlier, on December 27th, Salman Khan celebrated his 60th birthday, marking the occasion with the paparazzi outside his Panvel farmhouse. Khan, dressed in black, cut a cake with the media, sharing a personal and intimate moment before heading for more private celebrations. The actor sported a clean-shaven look, reportedly for his role in the upcoming film Battle of Galwan. A heartwarming video of Khan embracing a senior female journalist also went viral.

The city of Mumbai honored Khan's 60th birthday by illuminating the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, creating a glowing tribute to the Bollywood icon. The celebration at the Panvel farmhouse was a family affair, with his parents Salim Khan and Salma Khan, sister Arpita Khan Sharma, and nephews Ahil and Ayat in attendance. Arbaaz Khan and his wife Sshura Khan, along with their newborn daughter Sipaara, also joined the festivities. Friends from the industry, including Randeep Hooda with his wife Lin Laishram, Genelia Deshmukh with her sons, MS Dhoni and Sakshi, Tabu, and Karisma Kapoor, were also present.

On the work front, Salman Khan is slated to appear in AR Murugadoss's Sikandar, alongside Rashmika Mandanna, set to release on Eid 2025. The film also features Sathyaraj, Prateik Babbar, Kajal Aggarwal, and Sharman Joshi. The teaser for Sikandar was released on Khan's birthday and has generated considerable buzz among fans. Despite his film Sikandar, released last year, not meeting box office expectations, Khan remains busy with his acting commitments, including a role in Aryan Khan's web series and hosting Bigg Boss 19.