Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently turned a simple coffee refill request into a viral, humor-laden message for a new cafe in Bandra, Mumbai. Resharing a video from The Tuck Shop at Savio's on his Instagram Stories, Khan issued a tongue-in-cheek reminder about maintaining standards.
"Refill my coffee ya please. Price mat badhana, quality maintain karna. Hygiene maintained or I will send HIM and it's done sis"
While the actor did not explicitly name anyone, the capitalized "HIM" was immediately interpreted by fans and social media users as a playful reference to Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe. Mundhe has gained prominence for his no-nonsense approach and aggressive food safety drive across the state since taking charge in May 2026.
FDA Crackdown Led by "Real-Life Singham" Mundhe
Commissioner Mundhe's strict measures have led to over 3,000 surprise inspections targeting unhygienic kitchens, adulteration, and licensing violations. In just two months, nearly 165 food establishment licenses have been suspended. This relentless enforcement has earned him the social media moniker of a "real-life Singham," a reference to the strict, upright police officer character from popular Bollywood films.
Salman Khan's humorous post blends celebrity banter with the city's ongoing conversation around food safety. He topped off his message by putting a fresh spin on his viral catchphrase, signing off with "it's done sis" instead of his usual "it's done, bro."
Broader Context: FDA Scrutiny on Bollywood Endorsements
This development follows recent show-cause notices issued by the Maharashtra FDA to other prominent Bollywood stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff. The notices concerned their endorsement of Vimal Elaichi, which regulatory authorities allege functions as surrogate advertising for Vimal Pan Masala, a product currently banned across the state.
Officials raised strong concerns that promoting the Vimal label through a mouth-freshener product serves as an indirect promotional vehicle for the restricted pan masala line. While Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have filed their formal responses, Shah Rukh Khan’s reply remains pending.
On the work front, Salman Khan is preparing to host the premiere of Bigg Boss 20 and has upcoming silver screen projects like the war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace and Vamshi Paidipally’s Monster, co-starring Nayanthara.