Salim Khan hospitalised in ICU; Salman Khan and family rush to visit
Salim Khan hospitalised in ICU; Salman Khan and family rush to visit
Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan is in ICU at Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai, as son Salman Khan and family rush to be by his side.
Salim Khan, the 90-year-old screenwriter behind the Salim-Javed duo and classics such as Sholay and Deewaar, has been admitted to the ICU at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai. His family members were spotted arriving in the city, with Salman Khan arriving alongside his mother Salma Khan. The visiting group included Arbaaz Khan with his wife, and daughters Alvira and Arpita, as fans and the film industry keep vigil.
Aayush Sharma, Salman Khan's son-in-law by marriage to Arpita, was also seen rushing to the hospital soon after the news broke. The Khan family's public appearances underscore the support network around the veteran writer, who celebrated his 90th birthday last November. Doctors have not issued a public update on his condition, but hospital sources say he is under observation in the intensive care unit.
The legacy of Salim Khan, formed with partner Javed Akhtar, helped shape Bollywood's brick-and-mortar era with films like Zanjeer and Deewaar. While fans await more information, the family has requested privacy as the hospital staff work to ensure his comfort and recovery. There has been chatter about Salman Khan's Eid-era projects, including reports linking him to future releases such as Battle of Galwan, but the focus remains on Salim Khan's health.
As the city spills into the corridor outside Lilavati, the mood is hopeful. No official health bulletin has been released, but the outpouring of support from colleagues and fans continues, and the family is keeping a united front during this uncertain time.
