Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has provided a much-needed health update regarding the legendary screenwriter Salim Khan, who was recently admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a premier Mumbai hospital. Speaking to the media during a brief interaction, Aamir confirmed that while the veteran writer remains under close medical supervision in the ICU, his condition is gradually stabilizing. The actor shared that he had been in touch with Salim Khan’s family—including his son Salman Khan—to check on his progress. “He is still in the ICU, but he is improving,” Aamir stated, offering a sense of relief to millions of fans and well-wishers who have been anxious since news of the 90-year-old’s hospitalization first broke.
Salim Khan, one-half of the iconic Salim-Javed duo that redefined Indian cinema with classics like Sholay and Deewaar, was reportedly rushed to the hospital earlier this week following complaints of respiratory discomfort and age-related complications. Since then, the hospital has been visited by several members of the film fraternity, reflecting the immense respect the patriarch commands within the industry. While the Khan family has requested privacy during this sensitive time, Aamir’s update serves as a positive sign that the veteran is responding well to treatment. Doctors have reportedly kept him in the ICU as a precautionary measure given his advanced age, but they are optimistic about his recovery path.
The bond between Aamir Khan and the Salim-Salman family has always been one of deep mutual respect, and Aamir’s decision to share this update personally highlights the close-knit nature of Bollywood’s senior guard. Fans across social media have been flooded with prayers for the “living legend,” with many sharing clips of his famous dialogues as a tribute to his enduring legacy. As of now, the medical team is monitoring his vital parameters around the clock, and a decision on shifting him to a private ward is expected to be made in the coming days. For now, the focus remains on his steady recuperation and the hopeful news that the stalwart of Indian screenwriting is on the mend
