One Spoon Rice, Mountains of Discipline”: Salman Khan’s Minimalist Diet and His Father’s Remarkable Routine

Bollywood megastar Salman Khan has again stolen the limelight, this time by opening up about his super-frugal diet and saluting his father Salim Khan's legendary metabolism and self-control at the ripe age of 89.

 

Key Highlights:

 

•⁠  ⁠Moderation Over Deprivation: Salman's philosophy about food is simply delicious: "I'll eat anything but won't overeat. Like say, one spoon rice or at max one and a half, whatever vegetables, then chicken or mutton or fish." Moderation, and not deprivation, is the focus.

 

•⁠  ⁠Family First: Salman Khan's lunches are typically home-cooked by his mother Salma Khan. He is a firm believer in the healing and comforting powers of "ghar ka khana" which is home-cooked food.

 

•⁠  ⁠Father's Quirky Habit: Salim Khan is 89 but continues to binge on full meals—2-3 parathas, rice, meat, and dessert—twice a day. Salman is surprised at his father's discipline and quirky metabolism and boasts jokingly, "Unka ek metabolism alag hai. Unka discipline alag hai."

 

•⁠  ⁠Disciplined Training: Salman supplements his diet with rigorous, old-school bodybuilding training, like HIIT-style giant sets and morning cardio, all within 45–60 minutes.

 

•⁠  ⁠Rare Treats: Though Salman eschews processed sugar and night-time munching, he leaves time for the occasional cheat or Italian meal, never an excess.

 

Prospects: Salman Khan's strategy of moderation, home cooking, and rigorous workout teaches us that fitness is not about deprivation but about balance. His candid testimony inspires fans, demonstrating that even celebrities rely on essentials for long-term health.

 

Sources: Times of India, News18, Filmfare