It is a known fact that Salman Khan is showing a lot of interest in reviving Bobby Deol’s career in Bollywood. Bobby has also worked a lot for his comeback but looks like the actor is hesitant about being a solo lead in the film. According to a report by a tabloid, a close source to them have revealed that Salman Khan has got a script which he feels Bobby will fit better than himself. The source added that Salman has discussed the same with Bobby but he feels that he should focus only on ensemble films for a while as the pressure will not be on him. However, the source added that Salman has asked Bobby to rethink on his decision. Reports have it that Salman has even assured Bobby that he will personally look after the film. On the work front other than ‘Race 3’, Bobby Deol is lined up with projects like ‘Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se’ and ‘Housefull 4’. Apart from this, there are even reports that Salman Khan has recommended Bobby Deol for ‘Kick 2’. Bollywood actor Bobby Deol was once known for his intense roles in films. However, the superstar son’s Hindi film career couldn’t stay well for too long. The actor suddenly disappeared from the movie scenes, until one day, an announcement of him being a part of Salman Khan-starrer ‘Race 3’ broke out on the internet. Fans rejoiced his comeback in this intense action flick alongside Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Anil Kapoor, Saqib Saleem and Daisy Shah. Salman Khan and legendary actor Dharmendra share an extremely close bond with each other, and it was the superstar who drew a plan to give his son a platform for a huge comeback. Since Salman has also co-produced the movie along with Tips Industries, a source close to the development told a daily that almost all of the major decisions were taken by Salman himself. Even the casting of the two leading ladies was done by the actor himself. The source professed that when discussions about the second male lead was going on, it was Salman who reportedly suggested Bobby’s name for the role. In fact, he made sure he was signed and then began Salman’s motivational attempts to get Bobby’s career and physique out of its flabby phase. The source also added that Bobby too got the motivation to get fitter by Salman Khan. Sunny Deol and even Dharmendra had apparently tried to get Bobby back in the game by asking him to hit the gym, but it was Salman who got him to get back to the grind. The source told the daily how Dharmendra felt extremely grateful to Salman Khan for her got Bobby the much-needed comeback vehicle. Dharmendra reportedly said that he has always seen many of his own traits in Salman. The ‘Sholay’ actor also said that Salman is like a younger version of the actor himself. Revealing that Salman has always been closer to his family, Dharmendra said that now that Bobby is working with him he feels very happy. He concluded by saying that he feels as of two of his three sons are working together. Salman Khan is known to be a man with a golden heart. Salman Khan has mentored many actors to have a career in Bollywood. The latest on the list is Bobby Deol. Salman Khan and Bobby Deol share a great bond with each other. Salman even inspired and encouraged Bobby to build up a perfect body for ‘Race 3’. Now according to recent reports, Salman Khan will now be producing a movie featuring Bobby Deol in the lead. The film will reportedly be directed by Prabhu Deva. However official announcements are yet to be made. Apart from this recently there were even reports that Salman Khan has even recommended Bobby Deol for ‘Kick 2’. Recently during the trailer launch of ‘Race 3’, Bobby got a little emotional and thanked Salman Khan for all his love and support. On the other hand, ‘Race 3’ is directed by Remo D’Souza and the action flick also stars Jacqueline Fernandez, Saqib Saleem, Anil Kapoor and Daisy Shah. ‘Race 3’ is all set for an Eid release on June 15, 2018. Published in Daily Times, May 25th 2018.