Salman Khan has heaped praise on his Tiger 3 co-star Katrina Kaif. The superstar revealed Katrina now speaks Hindi fluently.

Salman Khan calls Katrina Kaif 'hardworking girl'; says, 'Ek word Hindi ka nahi aata tha but...'

Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan. (Courtesy: YRF)

Salman Khan has worked with Katrina Kaif in several Bollywood movies. They have been an integral part of the Tiger franchise since its inception.

Recently, during a success press meet of Tiger 3, Salman was asked to talk about Katrina’s evolution as an actress. To this, the superstar revealed that Kaif is one of the ‘hardest working girls’ he has met in the industry.

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Salman also mentioned how Katrina used to struggle to speak in Hindi earlier. However, the actress can now fluently speak the language.

Salman Khan lauds Katrina Kaif

Speaking about Katrina’s evolution as an actress, Salman said, ‘She has been a hardworking girl. She has worked hard from the time she came. Jis mukaam pe aayi hain, she has really worked hard. Ek word Hindi ka nahi aata tha but nowadays she fluently speaks Hindi.’

The superstar further mentioned, ‘I remember she was weak in dancing. But today, she is one of the best dancers we have in the industry. She works hard on her body, dialogue, performance, and diction. She is one of the hardest-working girls I have met in this industry.’

Salman Khan Praises Tiger 3 Actor Katrina Kaif, Says, 'From My Side, I Have Liked Her, There's Been A Fondness

Salman and Katrina in Tiger 3

Salman and Katrina returned as Tiger and Zoya in the Maneesh Sharma directorial. The superstar’s on-screen chemistry with Kaif has been lauded by the audience.

Apart from that, their action sequences are a major highlight for this action-thriller. The movie hit the big screen on November 12 and has had a successful run at the box office.

What’s next for Salman Khan?

On the work front, Salman has confirmed that his upcoming project is Vishuvardhan’s The Bull. The film will be backed by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. Vishnuvardhan earlier helmed Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani’s Shershaah.

Besides the aforementioned project, Salman has Tiger vs Pathaan lined up. The superstar is expected to begin the film’s shoot in January 2024. He will reunite with Shah Rukh Khan on the big screen for this YRF project.