Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan is stable and responding to treatment at Lilavati Hospital after suffering a brain haemorrhage earlier this week. The 90-year-old was admitted following a sudden spike in blood pressure and related complications, prompting doctors to shift him to the Intensive Care Unit for continuous monitoring.
Hospital sources said a specialised neurological procedure was performed to identify the source of the bleeding and prevent further complications. Doctors clarified that the ventilator support is purely precautionary and part of the post-procedure care protocol. They added that his vital parameters are stable and his condition is under control, though recovery may take time because of his age.
The Khan family has been present at the hospital since his admission. Salman Khan was among the first to arrive, accompanied by brothers Arbaaz and Sohail and sisters Alvira and Arpita. Other family members, including Salma Khan and Helen, have also been by his side.
Several well-known faces from the film industry visited the hospital to enquire about his health and extend support. Salim Khan’s long-time creative collaborator Javed Akhtar was seen meeting the family, along with actor Sanjay Dutt and a few close associates.
Salim Khan is widely regarded as one of the most influential writers in Hindi cinema. As part of the iconic Salim-Javed duo, he helped redefine mainstream storytelling with blockbusters such as Sholay, Deewaar, Zanjeer and Shakti, which shaped the “Angry Young Man” era and left a lasting impact on Indian cinema.
News of his hospitalisation sparked concern across the industry and among fans, many of whom have been sending prayers and messages for his speedy recovery. Doctors are expected to share further updates in the coming days as his condition continues to improve under close medical supervision.
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