Elli AvrRam Calls Salman Khan ‘Angel’, Says People In Bollywood Fear Misbehaving With Her

Elli AvrRam is feeling extra grateful for her “angel” Salman Khan! The actress recently opened up about how people in the film industry don’t dare to misbehave with her all thanks to the superstar’s protective aura. In a candid chat, Elli shared that many in Bollywood are actually scared of Salman, which has ended up keeping her safe over the years.

Elli on bond with Salman Khan

Elli, who rose to fame after appearing in Bigg Boss 7, first met Salman on the reality show, where their friendly rapport became a highlight of the season. Years later, she says that bond still holds meaning for her. “I have been in touch with Salman. In fact, I recently met him after many years at Ganpati. I am actually very bad at keeping in touch. I live in my bubble

and focus on so many things I want to do. I work on myself a lot. There are so many things you need to control and take care of when living alone in a different country that functions very differently from the one you were born and raised in with your parents,” Elli said in a recent interview with Screen, admitting she rarely asks anyone, even her father, for help.

Speaking about Salman’s protective nature, she added, “What I am extremely grateful for, when it comes to Salman and the fondness he has had for me, is that he is very protective of his people. I do believe he has been like an angel in my life. Over the years in the industry, from what I have heard from other girls about their experiences, it has been extremely shocking. And I somehow understood that many people are scared of Salman Khan, so they don’t dare to misbehave. That’s been a beautiful form of protection, and I’m very grateful for that.”

Elli’s sweet nature and bubbly personality caught Salman’s attention during Bigg Boss 7. Many even believed she was part of his close circle. Though they haven’t worked together in any film, the two have always shared mutual respect.

Elli AvrRam’s film journey

After debuting in Mickey Virus (2013), Elli went on to star in Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon with Kapil Sharma. She also became a fan favourite for her dance performances in songs like Chamma Chamma (Fraud Saiyaan), Zila Hilela (Jabariya Jodi), and Har Funn Maula (Koi Jaane Na) opposite Aamir Khan. Her acting credits include Naane Varuvean with Dhanush, Goodbye alongside Amitabh Bachchan, and Ganapath. Recently, she appeared in the music video Zaar Zaar.

Born as Elisabet Avramidou Granlund on July 29, 1990, in Stockholm, Elli comes from a creative family. Her father, Jannis Avramidis, is a Greek musician, and her mother, Maria Granlund, acted in Ingmar Bergman’s Fanny and Alexander. Passionate about Indian cinema from childhood, Elli trained in acting under her mother and aunt before moving to Mumbai to chase her Bollywood dream.

Salman Khan’s upcoming project

Meanwhile, Salman Khan is currently filming Battle of Galwan, directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The movie is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops and features Chitrangda Singh in a pivotal role. The film is slated for release next year.