
Salman Khan stands as one of the leading figures in Bollywood today, captivating audiences for many years. His latest film, Sikandar, received mixed reviews
from critics but still achieved a respectable box office performance. Fans eagerly anticipate each of his releases, and he will soon appear in Apoorva Lakhia's upcoming film centered on the Indian Armed Forces and the 2020 Galwan Valley Clash. This movie is inspired by the book - India's Most Fearless 3 and is expected to begin production in July 2025. Amidst all the excitement, there's delightful news for Sallu enthusiasts regarding his debut spy-thriller Ek Tha Tiger.
Ek Tha Tiger Makes History at International Spy Museum
Thirteen years post its theatrical debut, the 2012 film Ek Tha Tiger, directed by Kabir Khan and featuring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, has become the sole Indian film showcased at the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC, USA, and fans are thrilled. The film now stands alongside James Bond, Mission Impossible, and Men in Black franchises.
Within the International Spy Museum, there exists a segment dedicated to legendary spy films and series, displaying posters of approximately 25 international titles, and Ek Tha Tiger has finally secured its place. Other films featured in this section include Casino Royale, Mission Impossible, Spy Game, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Seventeen Moments Of Spring, OSS 117, G Men, The Imitation Game, Mr & Mrs Smith, Bridge Of Spies, Homeland, Alias, Fauda, The Prisoner, Get Smart, Men In Black, The Siege, Turn: Washington's Spies, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., among others.
Insights on Ek Tha Tiger
Commenting on this milestone, director Kabir Khan remarked, "They reached out to me – We noticed the poster of Ek Tha Tiger and it’s the only Hindi film present in the entire array of films. I found it quite entertaining and it was wonderful to see Salman and Katrina’s images on that wall! This must have been a recent addition. The first notification I received about it was a few months back."
He further stated, "Back then, we didn’t depend heavily on VFX for action sequences. I believe that as a filmmaker and viewer, there’s a distinct difference when you pursue raw, authentic, and gritty action. Over-reliance on VFX doesn’t resonate."