Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan was admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital, sparking concern among fans and members of the film fraternity. While there has been no official statement from the Khan family regarding his health, visuals from outside the hospital have intensified speculation.
Salman Khan Rushes to Hospital
Superstar Salman Khan reportedly rushed to the hospital as soon as he was informed about his father’s admission. Videos and photographs circulating online show the actor appearing visibly distressed.
Family members, including Alvira Khan Agnihotri, Arpita Khan Sharma, and her husband Aayush Sharma, were also seen arriving at the hospital to be by Salim Khan’s side.
As of now, the family has maintained silence, leaving it unclear whether the hospitalisation was for a routine medical check-up or due to a more serious health concern.
A Legendary Career in Indian Cinema
Born in Indore in November 1935, Salim Khan initially began his journey in the film industry as an actor. However, his career took a defining turn when he partnered with Javed Akhtar. The iconic duo, popularly known as Salim-Javed, revolutionised Bollywood storytelling in the 1970s.
Together, they penned some of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated films, including:
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Zanjeer
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Sholay
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Don
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Shaan
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Yaadon Ki Baaraat
These films not only achieved massive commercial success but also reshaped the narrative style of mainstream Hindi cinema, introducing the “angry young man” archetype that became a defining feature of the era.
A Prominent Bollywood Family
Salim Khan married Salma Khan (born Sushila Charak) in 1964. The couple has four children — Salman, Arbaaz Khan, Sohail Khan, and Alvira. They later adopted Arpita, completing their family of five children.
He later married veteran actress Helen, further strengthening his ties to the film industry. Over the decades, the Khan family has become one of Bollywood’s most influential and closely followed families.
Fans Pray for a Speedy Recovery
As news of his hospitalization spread, fans flooded social media with prayers and well-wishes for the 90-year-old legend. Many hailed him as the “Kohinoor” of Indian cinema, crediting him for laying the foundation of modern Bollywood screenwriting.
With no official update yet, admirers across the country continue to hope for positive news about the veteran writer’s health.