Salim Khan admitted to hospital in Mumbai; son Salman Khan among visitors
Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Bandra, Mumbai, on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. The family has not disclosed the exact medical reason for the admission, and further updates on his condition are awaited. Early reports emerged in the early hours ET; the situation remains under close family care.
Family at his bedside
Prominent family members were seen arriving at the hospital on Tuesday. Salman Khan, Salim Khan’s son and a frequent public figure, visited the ward and was photographed leaving the premises under heavy security. He wore a black T-shirt and cap and did not speak to the waiting media. Other relatives who arrived at the hospital included Alvira Khan Agnihotri and figures from the extended family, with Aayush Sharma and Atul Agnihotri among those seen on site. The family has kept details sparse and requested privacy while Salim Khan receives care.
The hospital stay has prompted an outpouring of concern from the film community and the public, many of whom remember Salim Khan’s role in shaping modern Hindi cinema. Hospital staff have said that updates will be provided as the family authorises additional information to be released.
Legacy, health privacy and Bombay’s film history
At 90, Salim Khan remains one of Indian cinema’s most influential screenwriters. As one half of the iconic writing partnership that redefined mainstream cinema, his screenplays helped launch and shape an era of storytelling that is still referenced across the industry. Landmark works credited to him include Sholay, Zanjeer and Deewar—films that cemented the archetype of the ‘angry young man’ and left a lasting mark on Bombay’s film culture.
The decision by the family to withhold medical specifics reflects a common approach for public figures of advanced age: prioritising recuperation and private care over immediate public disclosure. While the precise reason for hospitalisation has not been revealed, many who follow his career have offered well-wishes and emphasised the writer’s long-standing contribution to the craft of screenwriting.
Given his stature, updates about Salim Khan’s health are likely to be closely watched. The family has signalled that it will release further information when ready. For now, the focus remains on ensuring he receives appropriate medical attention and the privacy the family is seeking.
What to expect next
Friends and colleagues have rallied in private messages, and a steady flow of visitors from the film community is anticipated if the family permits. Medical teams typically provide condition updates through authorised family statements; until such a statement is issued, speculation should be tempered by respect for the family’s wishes. Observers noted that the admission took place on Feb. 17, 2026, with initial public notices appearing in the early hours ET—around 3: 45–4: 07 AM ET—when the family began notifying close contacts and representatives.
Salim Khan’s contribution to film narrative and characterisation endures, and for now the industry and fans alike await more concrete news while offering support to him and his family.
