Two parties and a blog is what Salman did on his b'day

Salman had two bashes -- first with the Khandaan and the second with friends and associates. He also launched an initiative on his blog where people can post stories of courage or veerta

Salman had two bashesu00a0-- first with the KHANdaan and the second with friends and associates. He also launched an initiative on his blog where people can post stories of courage or veerta

On Saturday night, Salman brought in his 44th birthday with close familyu00a0-- his parents, Salim and Salma, Helen,u00a0 brothers Arbaaz and Sohail and their wives, Malaika and Seema at their Panvel farmhouse. Only close friends Sajid Nadiadwala and Katrina Kaif were not there. While Sajid left for USA for a working holiday with his family, Katrina is spending her Christmas and New Year's in London with her family.

Salman, Salma, Arbaaz, Helen and Sohail Khan. pic/ RANE ASHISH

Done differently
Salman has always done things differently from most stars. On his birthday, "Salman launched an initiative on his blog veerblogs.erosentertainment.com (the blog will go online today) where he has asked for people all over India to send stories on their bravery and courage.

These will be common men who are real-life heroes who have a story to tell. Salman is planning to felicitate them after calling them to Mumbai", Veer producer Vijay Galani informs us, and adds, "All the stories have to be connected to a brave feat in real life. We will hold a contest on bravery or veerta. We are still working out the details."

Haazir hai hum!
Yesterday, Salman had a huge birthday party at his Panvel farmhouse which his producer, director and other friends and associates connected to the film industry, attended. Galani confirms, "Yes I was there. It was one of the biggest parties this year."