In a worrying turn for Bollywood royalty, Salim Khan has been admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital ICU due to severe body swelling. The news hit hard on Tuesday, drawing immediate family support, including son Salman Khan who left his ongoing film shoot in Madh to rush over.
Alvira Khan was seen entering the premises too, as doctors keep a vigilant eye on the nonagenarian scribe’s health. Officials report stability, but the swelling concern necessitated intensive care.
Salim Khan’s journey from obscurity to icon status defines perseverance. Kicking off in acting with bit parts in the ’60s, he pivoted to screenwriting after recognizing his narrative flair. The game-changer was his collaboration with lyricist Javed Akhtar, birthing the legendary Salim-Javed team.
Their masterpieces—Zanjeer, Deewaar, Sholay, Don—not only dominated charts but redefined heroism. They crafted Amitabh Bachchan’s brooding rebel persona, channeling societal frustrations into unforgettable cinema that still echoes today.
Salim-Javed scripts blended mass appeal with profound themes of justice, revenge, and redemption, elevating Bollywood’s artistic stature. Today, as Salim fights from a hospital bed, tributes flood social media. The man who scripted dreams now needs our collective prayers for strength and healing.