Throwback When Baba Siddique Brought Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan Together

Baba Siddique, a well-known figure in Maharashtra politics, was famous not only for his political connections but also for organizing grand events. Today, the former Maharashtra minister was tragically shot dead in Mumbai's Bandra. After being associated with Congress for nearly fifty years, Siddique switched sides and joined the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), which is allied with the ruling BJP, in February this year. He had previously served as a minister during the Congress and NCP coalition government.

Siddique had a reputation for bringing people together, often hosting extravagant parties. In 2013, one such gathering played an unexpected role in reuniting two of Bollywood’s biggest stars, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. 

Despite their differences and public feuds over the years, the actors have managed to maintain their relationship. A significant turning point in their friendship happened at Baba Siddique's Iftaar party in 2013, which ended a five-year-long estrangement.

The Iftaar party that year set the stage for the much-talked-about reunion of Shah Rukh and Salman. After a heated argument at Katrina Kaif’s birthday in 2008, the two stars had been avoiding each other. However, at Siddique’s event, they finally came face to face. To everyone’s surprise, the two actors, known for their disagreements, put their differences aside. They warmly greeted each other and shared a genuine hug, marking the end of their long-standing feud.

This emotional moment was captured in a photo that quickly spread across social media and news outlets. Fans rejoiced as the photo went viral, symbolizing the long-awaited reconciliation between the two superstars.

It was a memorable event that showcased Siddique's unique ability to bring people together.