Hyderabad, Oct. 13 -- Many Bollywood celebrities have changed their names to become more popular. Some do it because of numerology, while others follow advice from directors. Let's explore the real names of some famous stars and the stories behind them.

1. Salman Khan - Abdul Rashid Salim Salman Khan

Bigg Boss 18 host Salman Khan (Instagram)

Salman Khan's full name reflects his family roots. Abdul Rashid comes from his grandfather, and Salim is his father's name.

2. Rajinikanth - Shivaji Rao Gaikwad

Actor Rajinikanth (Instagram(

Before becoming a superstar, Rajinikanth was named Shivaji Rao. A director suggested the name Rajinikanth to avoid confusion with actor Sivaji Ganesan.

3. Saif Ali Khan - Sajid Ali Khan

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