Bollywood actor Salman Khan sparked controversy at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with remarks that appeared to separate Balochistan from Pakistan.
In his speech, he said: “There are people from Balochistan, there are people from Afghanistan, there are people from Pakistan…
everyone is working here,” which many interpreted as treating Balochistan as distinct from Pakistan viral video has ignited widespread debate on social media platforms Some users praised the comment as recognition of Balochistan’s distinct identity, while others questioned whether it was intentional or a slip of the tongue. One user wrote: “Balochistan is not a Pakistani province — it’s a nation”.
Khan, who appeared alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan at the event, has not yet responded to the controversy Balochistan remains a sensitive region in South Asia, with some groups seeking greater autonomy while Pakistan maintains it as an integral part of the country.
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