Bollywood fans breathed a collective sigh of relief when news broke that legendary screenwriter Salim Khan is now out of danger following a successful surgery. The 90-year-old veteran — and father of superstar Salman Khan — was admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital on February 17, 2026, sending shockwaves through the film industry.
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What Happened to Salim Khan?
The veteran writer, best known for co-writing iconic films like Zanjeer, Deewar, and Don alongside Javed Akhtar, was rushed to the ICU and placed on a ventilator as a precautionary measure. A Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) procedure was then performed by a neurosurgeon.
His treating doctor, Dr. Jalil Parkar, confirmed that Salim Khan had suffered a minor brain haemorrhage and that a small procedure was carried out successfully. Given his age, doctors noted that recovery time would be longer than usual.
Salim Khan Key Facts Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Patient | Salim Khan, 90 years old |
| Hospital | Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai |
| Admitted | February 17, 2026 |
| Condition | Minor brain haemorrhage |
| Procedure | DSA + minor surgery |
| Current Status | Stable, under ICU observation |
| Confirmed By | Actress Daisy Shah |
Daisy Shah Breaks the Good News
Actress Daisy Shah, who starred alongside Salman Khan in Jai Ho and Race 3, confirmed the positive health update to Filmygyan: Salim sir is stable, the surgery was a success, and he is out of danger — though still under observation.
Several Bollywood celebrities, including Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan, personally visited Lilavati Hospital to show solidarity with the Khan family during this difficult time.
Salim Khan’s Legendary Legacy
Beyond being Salman’s father, Salim Khan is a titan of Indian cinema. His iconic writing duo Salim-Javed practically defined the Angry Young Man era of Bollywood. Even after parting ways with Javed Akhtar, he wrote memorable films like Naam, Kabzaa, and Jurm. For more on Bollywood’s biggest stories, check out our latest Bollywood updates on TechnoSports.
Wishing Salim Khan a speedy and full recovery! 🙏
FAQs
Q: What surgery did Salim Khan undergo?
Salim Khan underwent a minor procedure following a brain haemorrhage, which was confirmed successful by his treating doctor, Dr. Jalil Parkar.
Q: Who confirmed Salim Khan is out of danger?
Actress Daisy Shah, a former co-star of Salman Khan, confirmed that Salim sir is stable and out of danger while speaking to Filmygyan.
