While it’s customary in the entertainment industry to mark birthdays with glamour, cake-cutting ceremonies, and lavish parties, actor Salim Diwan has chosen to observe his special day today in a quiet, meaningful manner — one rooted in sensitivity, service, and social commitment. In light of the rising cross-border tensions, Salim made a conscious decision to forgo personal festivities and instead focus on solidarity and compassion.
Explaining his stance, Salim shares, “When our soldiers are putting their lives at stake to protect us, and so many innocent brothers and sisters living near the border areas are struggling for their lives and livelihoods, I am in no mood for celebration. My heart goes out to them. Birthdays come every year, and I can celebrate mine later when the situation is better. This year, my only wish is for my country’s peace and prosperity.”
Despite skipping the celebrations, Salim hasn’t let go of one personal tradition close to his heart. Every year on his birthday, he visits a local orphanage in Versova, Mumbai, where he spends time with young girls who live without the comfort of a family. As always, he brought gifts — new clothes, toys, stationery, and their favourite food. “Every birthday, I follow a ritual of visiting the orphanage and celebrating the day with those children, who now consider me family and wait eagerly for this day,” he says, adding, “I take along the necessities they need and, of course, some sweets. This year, I also visited an old-age home in Karjat and spent time with the elders, seeking their blessings.”
On the professional front, after appearing in Bollywood Diaries and impactful short films like Quran and It’s Too Late, Salim made his return to Hindi cinema after an eight-year hiatus with the romantic thriller Aliya Basu Gayab Hai. Reflecting on his career choices in a previous chat, he said, “I’m in this profession not just to earn a living but to enjoy my craft and connect with the audience. After finishing this film, I also took up web series and music videos. I believe in exploring new avenues, because today, every screen — big or small — holds value and reaches people. I never want to limit myself and will always take on content-driven projects.”
Explaining his stance, Salim shares, “When our soldiers are putting their lives at stake to protect us, and so many innocent brothers and sisters living near the border areas are struggling for their lives and livelihoods, I am in no mood for celebration. My heart goes out to them. Birthdays come every year, and I can celebrate mine later when the situation is better. This year, my only wish is for my country’s peace and prosperity.”
Despite skipping the celebrations, Salim hasn’t let go of one personal tradition close to his heart. Every year on his birthday, he visits a local orphanage in Versova, Mumbai, where he spends time with young girls who live without the comfort of a family. As always, he brought gifts — new clothes, toys, stationery, and their favourite food. “Every birthday, I follow a ritual of visiting the orphanage and celebrating the day with those children, who now consider me family and wait eagerly for this day,” he says, adding, “I take along the necessities they need and, of course, some sweets. This year, I also visited an old-age home in Karjat and spent time with the elders, seeking their blessings.”
On the professional front, after appearing in Bollywood Diaries and impactful short films like Quran and It’s Too Late, Salim made his return to Hindi cinema after an eight-year hiatus with the romantic thriller Aliya Basu Gayab Hai. Reflecting on his career choices in a previous chat, he said, “I’m in this profession not just to earn a living but to enjoy my craft and connect with the audience. After finishing this film, I also took up web series and music videos. I believe in exploring new avenues, because today, every screen — big or small — holds value and reaches people. I never want to limit myself and will always take on content-driven projects.”
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