Here is the truth behind the photo that everyone is forwarding on WhatsApp today.
The Viral Photo: "The Trio of Terror" 📸
The Image: It features a menacing-looking Salman Khan (sporting a French beard and Pathani suit) standing on a balcony with Sanjay Dutt (SP Aslam) and Arjun Rampal (Major Iqbal).
The Theory: While yesterday's teaser established Arjun Rampal as the main villain, fans are now speculating that Salman plays "Bade Sahab" (the Godfather-like figure controlling the ISI nexus) and Rampal is just his general.
Fan Reaction: Comments range from "Box Office will crash!" to "If this is true, Game Over for everyone."
Fact Check: Is it Real? 🕵️♂️
Before you start booking tickets, here is the reality check.
The Verdict: Industry sources and fact-checkers are calling the image AI-Generated.
The Clues: Sharp-eyed fans noticed inconsistencies in the lighting and shadows. Plus, the "Salman look" seems lifted from Tiger 3 promotional material.
Official Stance: Director Aditya Dhar and the production team have stayed silent, neither confirming nor denying the rumour. This silence, of course, is only fueling the fire!
Why the Rumour Makes Sense
The "Bade Sahab" Mystery: The teaser mentioned "Bade Sahab" but didn't clearly show his face in close-up (we assumed it was Rampal, but maybe not?).
Star Power: With Dhurandhar already being a massive franchise, adding Salman Khan as the "Thanos" of this universe would be the ultimate move to ensure a ₹1000 Crore opening.
SantaBanta Verdict: It is 99% likely a fake. But in Bollywood, that 1% hope is enough to keep us awake at night. If Salman Khan actually walks onto the screen as the villain on March 19... say goodbye to the roof of the theater!
