Bollywood icon Sanjay Dutt was seen arriving at Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai, on Tuesday morning to visit veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, who is currently undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit. Dutt, dressed in a black-and-white printed shirt and jeans, spent roughly half an hour inside the hospital before leaving without addressing the media.
Salim Khan, aged 90, has long been a towering figure in Hindi cinema. As part of the legendary writing duo Salim-Javed alongside Javed Akhtar, he shaped Bollywood in the 1970s and 1980s with landmark films such asSholay,Zanjeer,Deewaar, andTrishul, popularizing the iconic ‘Angry Young Man’ archetype.
The news of Khan’s hospitalisation drew immediate attention from colleagues, friends, and fans. His family has been at his side since his admission, including Salman Khan, Salma Khan, Helen, Arpita Khan, Ayush Sharma, Alvira Khan, Arbaaz Khan, Iulia Vantur, and other relatives. Their presence underscores the close-knit support system surrounding him during this critical period.
Sanjay Dutt shares a long-standing personal and professional bond with the Khan family. Over the years, he has collaborated with Salman Khan on films likeSaajan,Chal Mere Bhai,Yeh Hai Jalwa, and even co-hosted the fifth season ofBigg Boss, often referring to Salman as a brother. Dutt’s visit signifies not only friendship but also the deep respect he holds for one of Bollywood’s most influential creative minds.
Throughout the day, several friends and colleagues visited the hospital, demonstrating the immense impact Salim Khan has had on the film industry. While the family has maintained privacy regarding his medical condition, they are expected to release an official update today, February 18, at 11 am.
The concern for Salim Khan highlights the enduring legacy of Salim-Javed’s work and their profound influence on generations of filmmakers and audiences in India and beyond.
