Veteran Bollywood screenwriter and industry legend Salim Khan has been admitted to the Lilavati Hospital in Bandra, Mumbai. The 90-year-old patriarch of the Khan family was reportedly taken to the hospital on Tuesday morning, February 17, 2026, following a sudden health scare.
While the family has maintained silence regarding the specific medical cause, sources suggest he has been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for observation.
Salman Khan and Family arrive at Hospital
Shortly after the news broke, superstar Salman Khan was spotted arriving at Lilavati Hospital to be by his father’s side. Visuals from outside the hospital show the Sikandar actor arriving under heavy security, looking visibly concerned. He did not address the paparazzi gathered outside.
Other family members, including Salim Khan’s daughter Alvira Khan Agnihotri and son-in-law Aayush Sharma, were also seen rushing to the hospital. The Khan family is known for their close-knit bond, and the sudden hospitalization has left fans and the film fraternity worried.
Reason for Hospitalization: What We Know So Far
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Admitted: Tuesday Morning, Feb 17, 2026.
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Hospital: Lilavati Hospital, Bandra West.
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Current Status: Reportedly in ICU; condition stable but under observation.
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Official Statement: Not yet released.
As of now, neither the hospital authorities nor the Khan family have released an official medical bulletin. Given his advanced age Salim Khan celebrated his 90th birthday in November 2025 doctors are likely conducting a thorough evaluation before issuing a statement.
A Legend of Indian Cinema
Salim Khan is one of the most celebrated figures in Indian cinema history. As one-half of the legendary screenwriting duo Salim-Javed, he revolutionized Bollywood in the 1970s.
He is the creative mind behind iconic blockbusters like Sholay, Deewar, Zanjeer, and Don. His writing is credited with creating the “Angry Young Man” persona that propelled Amitabh Bachchan to superstardom.
In recent years, he has been enjoying a retired life, often seen taking his signature morning walks at the Bandstand promenade in Bandra. This is a developing story. Stay tuned for official health updates on Salim Khan.
