Though Sanjay Leela Bhansali spoke in reserve tones on Salman Khan publicly insulting his film, Guzaarish; Hrithik Roshan, the hero of the film, seemed to have taken up the director’s case. It is clear that Hrithik has not taken liking to Salman saying that the director exploits physically and mentally challenged people for art.
Hrithik Roshan said,” I’ve always known Salman to be a good man, someone I’ve looked up to and admired and still do. He’s always been a hero and always will be. But yes, it’s not heroic to laugh or make fun of a filmmaker just because his box office collections are not up there with yours.”
He added, “Guzaarish is a super success in its own way. And I will be hurt if anyone talks like this about Mr Bhansali. In my opinion a hero never gloats. When you are super successful, it should in fact make you more gracious and loving. This is the time one should use to turn even enemies into friends…just give love, not laugh at others. By the time I finish this sentence, I have already forgiven his words, because I know deep inside he only has love for me and this must have been just a momentary lapse of judgment. Will expect a big hug the next time I meet him.”