Director Ali Abbas Zafar explains why Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif were shown married in Tiger Zinda Hai
Mohar Basu (MID-DAY; December 30, 2017)

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, who play intelligence agents in the recent release Tiger Zinda Hai, have been shown married and with a child in the action flick. Director Ali Abbas Zafar says this was a crucial decision they had to take for the sequel.

Zafar explains, "In the sequel, we were clear that we present Tiger (Khan) and Zoya (Kaif) as a couple who choose duty over family. Anyone whose heart is in the right place would do the same and stand up for their country. The idea is to rise above daily life for the larger cause of humanity."

The director says this also provided a connect with the audience. "When you see Tiger and Zoya as a couple, the ability to relate to their characters increases. Also, by choosing their country they are imparting values to their child. It is the duty of every parent to tell their child that they should always stand for humanity and peace."