Salim Khan Hospitalised: Placed on Ventilator, Surgery Scheduled Soon

Salim Khan: Salim Khan, father of famous Bollywood writer and actorSalman Khan, was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai yesterday after his health deteriorated. According to the latest information, his condition remains critical and he has been placed on ventilator support. His blood pressure recently suddenly increased, causing internal bleeding in the right side of his brain. According to doctors, this has made his condition critical, and he is likely to undergo surgery on Wednesday morning. The entire Khan family and fans are praying for Salim Khan's speedy recovery.

Salim Khan was admitted in the ICU

Let us tell you that Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai on Tuesday morning. Later in the evening, the hospital issued a health bulletin stating that Salim Khan's condition is stable, but he is being closely monitored. Dr. Jalil Parkar said, "A team of doctors including Dr. Vinay Chavan (neurologist), Dr. Ajit Menon (cardiologist) and Dr. Nitin Dange (neurosurgeon), and Dr. Binit Ahluwalia treated him."

Children visit their father in the hospital

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Salman Khan was seen at the hospital on Tuesday to inquire about his father's health. In addition to Salman, Salim Khan's two wives, Salma and Helen, were also at the hospital. Salim Khan's children, Arbaaz Khan, Alvira Khan, and Arpita Khan, were also seen arriving at the hospital on Tuesday. Even Salim Khan's grandchildren, Nirvaan and Arhaan, visited their ailing grandfather.

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How many times did Salim Khan marry?

Salim Khan married Sushila Charak in 1964 after dating her for five years. Born into a Marathi Hindu family, Sushila converted to Islam to marry Salim Khan and changed her name to Salma. After their marriage, Sushila Charak changed her name to Salma Khan. Salim and Salma Khan had three sons: Salman, Arbaaz, and Sohail, and a daughter, Alvira. However, Salim fell in love with Helen so much that they married in 1980. Salim Khan's second marriage was to actress Helen, a Christian. Not only Salman's father, but his siblings also married across different religions.

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Salim Khan career

Salim Khan was born on November 24, 1935, and recently turned 90. He is considered one of Hindi cinema's most renowned screenwriters. Salim Khan, along with writer Javed Akhtar, became famous as part of the famous Salim-Javed duo. Together, they redefined mainstream Hindi cinema with several iconic films in the 1970s. One of their most famous works is Sholay, considered one of the greatest Indian films of all time. The duo also wrote blockbusters like Deewar, Zanjeer, and Don, which helped create Bollywood's "angry young man" era. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Who is Salim Khan?

Salim Khan is a veteran screenwriter of Hindi cinema and father of actor Salman Khan.

2. Why was Salim Khan hospitalized?

Due to health problems, he was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai.

3. Is Salim Khan on ventilator support?

According to reports, considering his critical condition, he has been kept on ventilator support.

4. What is believed to be the cause of his health issue?

It is being told that his health suddenly deteriorated due to increased blood pressure.

5. Is he scheduled for surgery?

Preparations for his surgery have been made as per the advice of doctors.