Akward Moment: Vicky Kaushal tries talking with Salman Khan at an event and this is what happens - Watch

In recent news, the city of Abu Dhabi is abuzz with excitement as the prestigious IIFA 2023 event takes place, attracting numerous Bollywood celebrities. Among the star-studded lineup are Salman Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Vicky Kaushal, Farah Khan, and Rajkummar Rao, who are set to attend the event. However, a video capturing a moment between Salman and Vicky during the IIFA 2023 press conference has created quite a stir online, generating discussions for unexpected reasons.

The footage depicts Vicky Kaushal positioned at a distance, eagerly awaiting Salman's arrival amidst the presence of his bodyguards. As Salman gracefully approaches, Vicky extends his hand for a handshake while warmly greeting him. Unfortunately, amidst the commotion, one of Salman's security personnel unintentionally pushes Vicky away, preventing him from reaching the superstar. This unexpected encounter leaves Vicky's facial expression momentarily blank, as he tries to recover from the missed opportunity by making gestures with his other hand. The video swiftly spread across the internet, and netizens quickly began dissecting the interaction, deeming it awkward. Speculation arose that Salman may have intentionally disregarded Vicky, treating him like an ordinary individual, and this prompted various interpretations among social media users.

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Comments from concerned netizens surfaced, with many highlighting the apparent lack of warmth in Salman's behavior towards Vicky. One Instagram user commented, "They treated him like a common man, but we all understand the importance of Salman's security." Another user expressed their dissatisfaction, stating, "Salman's attitude towards Vicky seems off-putting."

Amidst the ongoing discussions surrounding this incident, Salman Khan took the opportunity during the IIFA 2023 press conference to share an exciting update. He announced that the shooting for his highly anticipated movie, Tiger 3, has finally concluded, and fans can look forward to its release on the auspicious occasion of Diwali later this year. 

Meanwhile, talking about Vicky Kaushal's workfront, he will next be seen in the film 'Zara Hatke Zara Bachke' which is all set to hit the screens on 2nd June. 

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