As superstar Salman Khan turned 51 on Tuesday, a string of Bollywood celebrities, including Jacqueline Fernandez, Ali Abbas Zafar and Shilpa Shetty, wished him happiness, peace and a long life.

Salman, the son of veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, began his acting career with a supporting role in "Biwi Ho To Aisi" and got his big break with a leading role in "Maine Pyar Kiya".

He went on to establish himself in Bollywood with films like "Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!", "Karan Arjun", "Biwi No.1" and "Hum Saath-Saath Hain".

Salman attained greater stardom by playing the lead role in several successful action films, including "Dabangg", "Bodyguard", "Ek Tha Tiger", "Kick", "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" and "Sultan". In addition to his Bollywood career, Salman is an active humanitarian through his non-profit charity, Being Human.

Here's what his friends and co-workers have to say:

Govinda: Happy birthday partner! Salman Khan.

Jacqueline Fernandez: Happy birthday Salman Khan love always and forever.

Ali Abbas Zafar: Wishing happy birthday to the 'Sultan' Salman Khan lots of love sir. Let's get the party started for next Christmas.

Athiya Shetty: Happiest birthday Salman sir! May you have the most amazing day and year!!! Thank you for being the person you are???

Shilpa Shetty: Happy birthday to you Salman Khan my rockstar wishing you more of everything... because you deserve it all and more. Friends forever.

Mika Singh: Happy birthday to my big brother Salman Khan.

Kabir Bedi: Happy Birthday Salman! Being Human is not just a slogan for you, it's your nature. You're all heart Salman Khan! long life!

Remo D'souza: Happy birthday to the most loving human being ...Salman Khan.

Divya Dutta: And you always remember when someone stands by you when you are new!! Thanks Salman Khan for being the gracious you! And happy happy birthday.

Milap Zaveri: Happy birthday Salman Khan sir! Wishing you all the happiness in the world!

Armaan Malik: God has sent an angel in the form of you Salman Khan happy birthday bhai. Love and respect always...Happy birthday Salman Khan.

Rannvijay Singha: Happy birthday bhai! Salman Khan may you get all the happiness in the world as you deserve it! your soft, nicest, caring and giving people I know.

Rahul Dev: Happy birthday Salman Khan...More power, good health and happiness.

Urvashi Rautela: Only actor who is loved for his onscreen and offscreen life equally. A complete human being. Love you Salman Khan.

Sophie Choudry: On Salman Khan's birthday a happy dance is a must...Love you rockstar! Stay the wonderful person you are...Salman Khan birthday asli 'Bigg Boss'.

(Source: IANS)