Salman Khan may be known for his iconic body and action-packed roles, but when it comes to discipline and a truly healthy lifestyle, he believes there’s one man who stands above the rest—Akshay Kumar.

Despite being a fitness icon himself, Salman has openly admitted that Akshay’s commitment to health, routine, and clean living is unmatched. On multiple occasions, he’s urged young fans to take inspiration not from him—but from the Khiladi of Bollywood.

“I’ve Never Seen a More Disciplined Man Than Akshay”

During an episode of Bigg Boss where Akshay appeared as a guest, Salman heaped praise on him. “I’ve never seen a more disciplined man in my life,” Salman said. “He sleeps by 9 PM, wakes up by 4:30 AM, and starts his workout.”

It was a rare moment where one superstar publicly acknowledged another as a role model—especially in an industry where fitness is a competitive badge of honor.

Salman’s Message to Kids: Follow Akshay, Not Me

Salman’s admiration for Akshay was also on full display during another appearance of Akshay on his show Dus Ka Dum. With Katrina Kaif present, Salman humorously but seriously said:

“He has some really bad habits—he eats on time, doesn’t drink or smoke, and wakes up at 4:30 AM to exercise. He goes to bed by 9. I want to tell all kids—if you want to follow someone, follow Akshay Kumar.”

From Co-stars to Admirers

The two megastars have shared the screen in multiple films over the years. They first appeared together in the hit comedy Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), followed by Jaan-E-Mann (2006). Salman also made a cameo in Akshay’s Tees Maar Khan and joined him in the title track of Fugly (2014).

Despite their different approaches to life and stardom, Salman and Akshay’s mutual respect—especially in matters of health and discipline—is a testament to their enduring legacy in Bollywood.