Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, 90, has been admitted to the ICU at Lilavati Hospital in Bandra. While the specific reason for his hospitalization remains undisclosed, a senior doctor confirmed his presence in the intensive care unit, directing further inquiries to the family’s representative. As of now, the Khan family has not released an official statement regarding his health. Efforts to obtain a formal update from family spokespeople are currently ongoing as fans and well-wishers wait for news.
Concerns first surfaced on Tuesday evening after actor Salman Khan was spotted at the hospital by paparazzi. Viral videos of Salman’s arrival and departure quickly sparked speculation, which was later confirmed by industry sources citing a medical emergency for the senior screenwriter.
Salim Abdul Rashid Khan is a legendary Indian screenwriter, actor and producer who redefined Bollywood. He is most famous for his historic partnership with Javed Akhtar; together, the Salim–Javed duo became the first screenwriters in India to achieve true 'star status', with Salim primarily focusing on character development and story structure.
In the 1970s, the pair revolutionised Indian cinema by creating the Angry Young Man archetype, which catapulted Amitabh Bachchan to superstership. They are credited with pioneering the blockbuster masala format and the Dacoit Western, leaving an indelible mark on film history with masterpieces like Zanjeer, Deewaar, and Sholay.
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Beyond his professional legacy, Salim Khan is the patriarch of one of Bollywood’s most influential families. He is the father of actors Salman, Arbaaz, and Sohail Khan, as well as producer Alvira Khan Agnihotri. He shares his life with his two wives, Salma Khan (Sushila Charak) and the iconic actress Helen.