Vifallout, which began in the early 2000s, was fueled by a love triangle involving actress Aishwarya Rai. This personal conflict, heavily covered by the media, cast a shadow over both actors’ careers and their public images.
While Aishwarya and Salman chose to remain silent on the matter, Vivek Oberoi has openly discussed how Salman never forgave him for his actions. Even after Vivek apologized to Salman at an awards ceremony in 2009, the superstar reportedly refused to accept it. It appears this unresolved tension still affects Vivek, as he recently took a subtle dig at Salman Khan during the IIFA 2024 awards.
During the event in Abu Dhabi, after receiving an award, Vivek thanked his family and praised Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. However, what followed caught everyone’s attention. Without naming Salman directly, Vivek hinted that some celebrities misuse their power to hold others down, while others, like Shah Rukh, use their influence to uplift people. Vivek remarked,
“Many people have fame and power, but what’s special about you is that you use power to empower.”
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The Salman Khan-Vivek Oberoi Feud: A Recap
The feud traces back to Salman’s highly publicized relationship with Aishwarya Rai, which ended on a sour note. Shortly after, rumors of a growing closeness between Vivek and Aishwarya emerged. In 2003, Vivek escalated the situation by calling a press conference, where he accused Salman of threatening and harassing him. Despite these allegations, Aishwarya chose to remain silent, not siding with Vivek or addressing Salman’s alleged actions.
This controversy severely damaged Vivek’s reputation and career. Although he later issued an apology, Salman never forgave him, and their relationship has remained strained ever since.
As the IIFA event continued with its star-studded celebrations at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Vivek’s comments have reignited the conversation surrounding this enduring feud.
What are your thoughts on Vivek Oberoi’s latest remarks? Let us know in the comments.
