"I Was Scared to Lose Him": Sohail Khan Breaks Down Recalling Father Salim Khan’s Near-Death Health Scare

The intensity inside the Prime Video reality show The Alliance recently hit an emotional peak when wild card contestant Sohail Khan opened up about a deeply personal and harrowing health crisis involving his father, the legendary screenwriter Salim Khan. Known for maintaining a private demeanor, the actor bared his soul, recalling the terrifying period earlier this year when the patriarch of the Khan family was rushed to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital. For Sohail, the experience was a stark wake-up call, shifting his perspective on life and prioritizing the invaluable gift of time spent with his aging parents.

A Critical Medical Emergency

The health scare began on February 17th, when Salim Khan was admitted to the hospital in a condition that quickly became life-threatening. Sohail described the ordeal as a "semi-coma-like" state, which left the family in a state of shock and uncertainty for nearly a month. Providing further insight into the medical severity, Dr. Jalil Parkar, who oversaw the treatment, confirmed that Salim Khan had been suffering from high blood pressure and physical tremors upon arrival. A neurosurgeon successfully performed a DCA procedure to address a mild brain hemorrhage, which thankfully negated the need for invasive surgery. However, the emotional toll on the family during those days of uncertainty remained immense.

"You Could Lose Them": A Son's Toughest Moment

In a candid conversation that left fellow contestants and the audience in tears, Sohail recalled the exact moment he heard the chilling words from his father’s medical team: "You could lose them." Speaking about the fragility of life, the actor confessed, "To be honest, I'm scared. My heart sank when I heard the doctor's words. My parents are my life—they are my everything. If something happened to Daddy, I don’t know how I would be able to handle it." This confession has resonated deeply with fans, highlighting the human side of the celebrity family and the universal fear of losing a parent. Since the recovery, Sohail has made a conscious effort to dedicate most of his time to his parents, recognizing that time is the most precious commodity he can offer them.