Back in the 1990s, Salman Khan was reportedly in a relationship with actress Somy Ali, a phase that remained in public memory long after it ended. The two dated for a few years before parting ways in 1999, following which Somy returned to the United States. While both moved on with their lives, Somy has now spoken openly about her time in Bollywood and her experiences after leaving the industry, shedding light on issues she claims she faced behind the scenes.
‘No one is in touch with me’, says Somy Ali
In a recent podcast with Vickey Lalwani, Somy Ali made strong claims about being isolated by the Hindi film industry. She said that she has been completely cut off, with no one from Bollywood staying in touch. According to her, calls go unanswered, and messages are ignored, making it clear that she has been sidelined.
She added that she no longer feels the need to reach out, questioning her connection to the industry now. Although she admitted that she had tried to reconnect earlier, she believes that people deliberately avoided speaking to her.
‘People are told not to talk to me’
Somy further claimed that industry insiders are discouraged from interacting with her. She stated, "I did try, but they are not allowed to talk to me. They don’t want to become another Vivek Oberoi by talking to me. They have been told not to."
Allegations of rumours and isolation
The former actress also alleged that false stories were circulated about her over the years. She mentioned claims about her health, lifestyle, and even her mental state, suggesting that these rumours affected how people perceived her. She said she only became aware of the extent of these claims after a friend pointed them out. Following this, she decided to take a cautious approach and advised her friends in the industry to avoid engaging with her publicly on social media.
In the same podcast, Somy revealed that she told her actor friends not to like or comment on her posts online. Paraphrasing her statement, she said she did this to protect their careers, as any visible association with her could create problems for them. She maintained that while the situation does not affect her personally, it could have consequences for those still working in Mumbai.
Speaking more broadly, Somy criticised what she described as a culture of gossip and revenge within the industry. She expressed surprise that such behaviour continues even among people who are expected to be more mature. According to her, instead of moving forward, some individuals remain engaged in negativity and exclusion.
She also added that people tend to avoid those who speak openly, suggesting that honesty is often met with resistance.
More about Somy and Salman Khan's work fronts
For those unaware, Somy Ali moved to Mumbai as a teenager and worked in around 10 Bollywood films during the 1990s. After returning to the US, she shifted her focus to social work and founded her NGO, No More Tears, which supports victims of abuse.
Meanwhile, Salman Khan continues to remain one of Bollywood’s biggest stars. He is currently gearing up for the release of Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, scheduled to hit theatres on April 17, 2026. The actor has also announced his next project with director Vamshi Paidipally.
‘No one is in touch with me’, says Somy Ali
In a recent podcast with Vickey Lalwani, Somy Ali made strong claims about being isolated by the Hindi film industry. She said that she has been completely cut off, with no one from Bollywood staying in touch. According to her, calls go unanswered, and messages are ignored, making it clear that she has been sidelined.She added that she no longer feels the need to reach out, questioning her connection to the industry now. Although she admitted that she had tried to reconnect earlier, she believes that people deliberately avoided speaking to her.
‘People are told not to talk to me’
Somy further claimed that industry insiders are discouraged from interacting with her. She stated, "I did try, but they are not allowed to talk to me. They don’t want to become another Vivek Oberoi by talking to me. They have been told not to."
Allegations of rumours and isolation
The former actress also alleged that false stories were circulated about her over the years. She mentioned claims about her health, lifestyle, and even her mental state, suggesting that these rumours affected how people perceived her. She said she only became aware of the extent of these claims after a friend pointed them out. Following this, she decided to take a cautious approach and advised her friends in the industry to avoid engaging with her publicly on social media.In the same podcast, Somy revealed that she told her actor friends not to like or comment on her posts online. Paraphrasing her statement, she said she did this to protect their careers, as any visible association with her could create problems for them. She maintained that while the situation does not affect her personally, it could have consequences for those still working in Mumbai.
Speaking more broadly, Somy criticised what she described as a culture of gossip and revenge within the industry. She expressed surprise that such behaviour continues even among people who are expected to be more mature. According to her, instead of moving forward, some individuals remain engaged in negativity and exclusion.
She also added that people tend to avoid those who speak openly, suggesting that honesty is often met with resistance.
More about Somy and Salman Khan's work fronts
For those unaware, Somy Ali moved to Mumbai as a teenager and worked in around 10 Bollywood films during the 1990s. After returning to the US, she shifted her focus to social work and founded her NGO, No More Tears, which supports victims of abuse.Meanwhile, Salman Khan continues to remain one of Bollywood’s biggest stars. He is currently gearing up for the release of Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, scheduled to hit theatres on April 17, 2026. The actor has also announced his next project with director Vamshi Paidipally.
