'Salim Khan is in the ICU,' reveals a senior doctor at Lilavati Hospital, sharing the LATEST health update

The renowned screenwriter Salim Khan has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital for medical treatment. Although specifics about his health situation have not been revealed, this news has caused worry among his admirers and well-wishers throughout the nation.

Latest health update of Salim Khan

Though the precise reason for Salim Khan’s hospitalization has not been officially released, a senior physician at the hospital, speaking anonymously, informed Etimes, "He is in the ICU. Please talk to the family representative."

Official statement still awaited- Khan family including Salman Khan reaches hospital

Presently, the Khan family has not issued a public statement regarding his condition. Attempts to contact family representatives for an official update were ongoing when this report was filed.

News of his hospitalization first emerged on Tuesday evening after a prominent paparazzo observed his son, actor Salman Khan, arriving at Lilavati Hospital. Videos and images of Salman entering and leaving the hospital quickly appeared online, fueling speculation about a medical emergency within the Khan family.

Shortly thereafter, industry sources indicated that Salim Khan had been admitted, triggering widespread concern among his fans and well-wishers.

Currently, the precise reason for his admission remains uncertain. No medical bulletin has been issued, and hospital authorities are upholding patient confidentiality. Individuals close to the family state they are requesting privacy until there is more clarity regarding his condition

On February 18, 2026, Dr. Jalil Parkar, the neurosurgeon who performed the DSA procedure on Salim Khan, provided an update on his health. He stated that Khan is stable and has been moved to the ICU, with hopes to remove him from the ventilator by the next day. Detailing the 90-year-old's condition, he mentioned that "his blood pressure was high, for which we treated him. And we had to put him on the ventilator because we wanted to do certain investigations. Now the ventilator that was put in was as a safeguard so that he doesn't worsen."

About Salim Khan

Salim Khan, one half of the legendary Salim-Javed duo, is recognized as a pioneer who revolutionized the landscape of mainstream Hindi cinema in the 1970s. During an era when writers seldom received recognition or influence, he played a crucial role in positioning screenwriting at the core of filmmaking. Together with Javed Akhtar, he created some of the most memorable Hindi films, including Zanjeer, Deewaar, Sholay, Don, Trishul, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, and Seeta Aur Geeta. These films combined compelling narratives, witty dialogue, and well-developed character arcs, establishing new standards for both commercial success and artistic achievement.