I want to have children: Salman Khan opens up about fatherhood on Koffee With Karan

Actor Salman Khan discussed having children on Koffee With Karan 9. During his stint on the show, he even criticised intrusive paparazzi practices.Salman Khan (R) talks about fatherhood on Koffee With Karan 9. (Credit: JioHotstar)New Delhi,Oct 14, 2026 21:09 ISTActor Salman Khan was the first guest to appear on the couch on Karan Johar’s chat show, Koffee With Karan 9. During the episode, the actor opened up about his desire to have children in the future and also spoke out against paparazzi crossing the line in their pursuit of photographs, particularly when they use uncomfortable angles that invade people’s privacy.When Karan spoke about the longing to have a partner with whom you can share your emotions and be around, the actor explained how he wants to have children.“I want to have children at some point in the future,” he said.During their conversation, KJo asked Salman about his recent remarks on paparazzi culture and his concerns over photographers. The 60-year-old actor clarified that his criticism was not directed at celebrities who willingly seek publicity or arrange paparazzi appearances, but at those who prefer to stay out of the spotlight. “Jab se PR aa gaya hai, some people pay for sightings, airport looks and all that. I wasn’t speaking about those who want it; I was talking about those who don’t,” he said.“Jisne ye phone par camera banaya hai ye mil jaye mujhe bahar (If I ever find the person who put a camera on these phones, I’ll deal with him outside). This always bothers me, like when they (paps) write ‘guess who’, who wants to guess.” The chat show had several other highlights as well. When Salman was asked to compare Ranbir Kapoor’s performance in Animal with Ranveer Singh’s in Dhurandhar, he praised both performances, pointing to the distinct qualities each brought to the screen.When Karan asked him to choose between the two, Salman said, “Two different kinds of performances; you cannot compare any of them. Both are fantastic actors; one has got a tremendous amount of energy, one has got intensity. Both have different styles of acting.”Salman also spoke about Ranveer’s performance in Dhurandhar, noting how the actor held back some of his trademark energy for the role. Rather than declaring a winner, Salman focused on what made each performance distinct, acknowledging that intensity and energy can serve different characters in different ways.The Ek Tha Tiger was also joined by Karisma Kapoor on the show.Meanwhile, on the work front, Salman Khan will next be seen in Maatrubhumi. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film also stars Chitrangda Singh. Its release has been delayed, and the makers are yet to announce a revised date. He is currently hosting Bigg Boss 20, marking his 15th season as the reality show's host.- Ends