The film industry and fans are rallying in prayer for veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, who remains hospitalized at Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital after being admitted on February 17, 2026.
In a recent update shared on Thursday, February 26, Aamir Khan spoke to the media about his visit to the hospital, noting that while he couldn’t meet the 90-year-old legend personally due to his stay in the ICU, he spent time with the family to offer his support.
Health Status & Medical Procedure
- The Diagnosis: Salim Khan was rushed to the hospital after suffering a minor brain hemorrhage triggered by a spike in blood pressure.
- The Procedure: Doctors performed a successful DSA (Digital Subtraction Angiography), a neuro-interventional procedure, to stabilize his condition.
- Current Status: As of February 26, actress Daisy Shah and other family friends have confirmed that the senior Khan is “out of danger” and stable. While he was briefly on ventilator support as a precaution, he is now breathing on his own and showing daily improvement.
The Industry Rallies
Aamir Khan isn’t the only superstar to visit. The hospital has seen a steady stream of Bollywood’s biggest names checking in on Salman Khan’s father:
- Shah Rukh Khan visited on February 21 to sit with the family.
- Javed Akhtar, Salim’s long-time creative partner, has been a frequent visitor.
- Other visitors include Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, and Riteish Deshmukh.
Family’s Plea for Privacy
Despite the immense public interest, Salman Khan and his siblings (Alvira, Arbaaz, Arpita, and Sohail) have requested that the hospital and media respect their privacy. Reports indicate the family was displeased with early detailed medical bulletins and has asked for confidentiality as the “90-year-old patriarch” focuses on a slow but steady recovery.