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Salim Khan hospitalised in Lilavati: Wives Salma Khan and Helen visit hospital amid health concerns

Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan has been admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital and remains under medical observation. Though the reason is undisclosed, family members were seen arriving amid tight security outside the hospital.

February 17, 2026 / 17:28 IST
Salim Khan hospitalised in Lilavati: Wives Salma Khan and Helen visit hospital amid health concerns
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  • Veteran writer Salim Khan hospitalized in Mumbai for observation
  • Family members, including Salman and Arbaaz, visited the hospital
  • Fans send prayers as family maintains privacy on his condition

Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan has been admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital and is currently under medical observation. While the exact reason for his hospitalisation has not been officially disclosed, visuals from outside the hospital showed heightened security and a steady stream of family members arriving to be by his side.

Earlier in the day, sons Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan were spotted visiting the hospital. Soon after, Salma Khan was seen entering the premises. Dressed simply and accompanied by staff, she made her way inside without interacting with the media. Paparazzi videos circulating online captured the quiet yet tense atmosphere outside the hospital gates.

Actor Helen was also seen arriving at Lilavati Hospital to meet Salim Khan. The veteran actress, who has long been a part of the Khan family, appeared concerned as she headed inside. The presence of both Salma and Helen underscored the family’s united front during this difficult time.

Fans have flooded social media with prayers and wishes for Salim Khan’s speedy recovery. However, the family has maintained privacy regarding his health condition, choosing not to release detailed statements. For now, the focus remains on his treatment and recovery.

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Salim Khan remains one of Hindi cinema’s most influential writers. As one half of the legendary Salim-Javed duo, he co-wrote landmark films like Sholay, Deewar and Don, reshaping mainstream Bollywood storytelling with powerful heroes and socially charged narratives.

Salma Khan, his first wife, has shared over six decades of companionship with him, raising their children together and remaining the emotional anchor of the family. Helen, whom Salim married later, became an equally respected and integral part of the household, with the family often speaking about their mutual respect and harmony.

Salim Khan was last spotted in a public event a month ago during BMC elections. He had cast his vote with son Salman Khan.

Vaishnavi Gavankar is a senior entertainment journalist with over 8 years of experience covering Bollywood, Television, OTT platforms, and regional cinema.
first published: Feb 17, 2026 05:28 pm

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