Mumbai: Bollywood megastar Salman Khan has officially postponed his much-anticipated UK tour, originally set for May 4 and 5, in the wake of the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The actor, along with several leading Bollywood artists, was scheduled to perform in Manchester and London as part of The Bollywood Big One concert series.
The tragic attack in Pahalgam claimed the lives of 26 people, most of whom were tourists, sparking widespread grief and condemnation across the country. In response, Salman Khan took to Instagram to announce the postponement, stating that the team felt it was appropriate to pause the celebrations in light of the national tragedy.
“In light of the recent tragic events in Kashmir, and with profound sadness, we have taken the difficult decision to request the promoters to postpone The Bollywood Big One shows, originally scheduled for May 4th and 5th in Manchester and London.
While we understand how much our fans were looking forward to these performances, we feel it is only right to pause during this time of grief. We sincerely apologise for any disappointment or inconvenience this may cause and deeply appreciate your understanding and support” ,the statement read.
The event was set to feature a star-studded lineup including Madhuri Dixit Nene, Tiger Shroff, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Sara Ali Khan, Disha Patani, Sunil Grover, and Maniesh Paul. Organizers confirmed that new dates for the shows will be announced shortly.
Salman Khan also shared a heartfelt reaction to the incident, expressing his anguish over the loss of innocent lives.
“Kashmir, heaven on planet earth turning into hell. Innocent people being targeted, my heart goes out to their families. Ek bhi innocent ko marna puri kainath ko marne ke barabar hai (Killing even one innocent person is equivalent to killing the whole universe)” ,he wrote.
The postponement reflects a broader sentiment in the entertainment industry, where many have expressed solidarity with the victims and their families. Fans have responded with messages of support and understanding, acknowledging the need for sensitivity during such a somber time.
