Feb 19, 2026 7:42pm IST
No more updates on Salim Khan’s health: Khan family instructs Lilavati Hospital (EXCLUSIVE)
There will be no updates on legendary screenwriter Salim Khan’s health forthcoming from Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospitals. Khan’s family has taken a strong stand on the matter, instructing the hospital to not release any information on his health.
Salim Khan was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, after suffering a minor brain haemorrhage. Amid widespread media reports surrounding his condition, Dr Jalil Parkar, who is currently overseeing his treatment, informed the media that he was stable but remains on ventilator support.
“Health is a private matter. Ideally, no updates should be shared with the media and any communication should be left entirely to the family, if and when they choose to address fans and well-wishers,” a source close to the family told Variety India. “Salman and his family were displeased with the doctor’s public statement and have clearly conveyed to the authorities that they do not want any further details disclosed."
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Lilavati Hospital usually shares regular health updates about their high-profile celebrity patients. However, they have agreed to the family’s request to maintain confidentiality in this case. “It can be understandable that there is immense public interest in Salim Saab’s well-being, but medical information is a confidential matter. The family wants to avoid any unnecessary speculation or media scrutiny surrounding Salim Khan’s condition,” the source added.
The 90-year-old veteran screenwriter is one of the most respected writers in Indian cinema. As one half of the celebrated writing duo Salim–Javed, he has co-written several landmark films that have since achieved cult status, including “Sholay,” “Zanjeer” and “Deewaar."
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