Veteran Hindi screenwriter Salim Khan has been admitted to the ICU at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital, where his condition is reported as critical. The 90-year-old's reason for hospitalization remains undisclosed. Family members and Bollywood celebrities are visiting to offer support.
Mumbai, February 18, 2026: Veteran Hindi screenwriter Salim Khan, father of Salman Khan, has been admitted to the ICU at Lilavati Hospital. At 90 years old, no details on the reason for his hospitalization have been released. The news has shocked family, fans, and industry colleagues.
Sanjay Dutt, whom Salim considers a younger brother, visited the hospital and appeared worried upon leaving. Javed Akhtar, Salim's longtime collaborator, was spotted outside the facility on Tuesday night. Salman Khan has halted all his work and is visiting his father twice daily, in the morning and evening. Arbaaz Khan arrived with his wife Shura, who looked concerned while wearing a mask.
Amrita Arora, sister of Malaika Arora, went to the hospital for health updates. Helen and Salma Khan arrived together in one car to see Salim. Close associates of the Khan family are praying for his quick recovery. The Salim-Javed duo is renowned for films like Sholay, Zanjeer, and Deewaar.
