Helen reveals Salim Khan is in very good health after hospitalisation as she receives award on his behalf

Helen, Salim Khan (Pic/Instagram)

Veteran actress Helen expressed her gratitude on behalf of her husband and celebrated screenwriter Salim Khan after he was honoured with the prestigious Raj Kapoor Lifetime Achievement Award on Wednesday. Speaking to the media, she revealed that the 90-year-old is in very good health after hospitalisation. Helen also described him as a very strong man.

Helen updates about Salim Khan's health

Speaking to the media after accepting the honour on Salim Khan's behalf, Helen said the award was a special moment for the veteran writer and filmmaker, who has made an incredible contribution to Hindi cinema. "This award that I am receiving today is on behalf of Salim Saab. You all know who Salim Saab is," Helen said.

Asked about Salim Khan's reaction after learning that he had been honoured, Helen said he was thankful to all those who have continued to love and support him. She added that she was grateful to receive the honour on his behalf and said, "I am grateful for this award for Salim Sahab. All his films are my favourite. His health is very good. He is a very strong man and sends his good wishes to all of you, to the entire Maharashtra and India too."

About Salim Khan's health

The 90-year-old writer had been admitted to Lilavati Hospital on February 17 after experiencing age-related health complications. Doctors had earlier revealed that the veteran writer suffered a "minimal brain haemorrhage." Following the procedure, Salim Khan continued to remain under observation as doctors monitored his recovery. After month-long complications, he was discharged from the hospital.

During Alliance, Sohail Khan revealed his father, Salim Khan, recently slipped into a semi-coma and was hospitalised. Doctors warned the family they might lose him, leaving Sohail devastated and reinforcing his decision to spend more time with his parents.

Salim Khan remains one of the most influential figures in Hindi cinema. As part of the iconic writing duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, the pair helped transform Bollywood storytelling during the 1970s and 1980s. Together, they wrote several landmark films, including Sholay, Deewar and Don, which continue to be regarded as classics.