Actor
Salim Khan
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Years Active
1959–Present
Salim Khan Biography
Salim Khan Basic Information
- Full Name: Salim Abdul Rashid Khan
- Profession: Screenwriter, Actor, Film Producer
- Date of Birth: 24 November 1935
- Age: 90 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Active Years: 1959–Present
Family
- First Wife: Salma Khan
- Second Wife: Helen
Children
- Salman Khan (Actor)
- Arbaaz Khan (Actor)
- Sohail Khan (Actor/Producer)
- Alvira Khan Agnihotri
- Arpita Khan Sharma
Education of Salim Khan
- School: St. Raphael’s School, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- College: Holkar College (also known as Holkar Science College), Indore
- Graduation: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from Holkar College
- Higher Studies: He later enrolled for a Master’s degree (M.A.) and is often listed as having an M.A. qualification.
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1971 | Andaz, Adhikar, Haathi Mere Saathi |
| 1972 | Seeta Aur Geeta |
| 1973 | Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Zanjeer |
| 1974 | Majboor, Haath Ki Safai |
| 1975 | Deewaar, Sholay, Aakhri Dao |
| 1976 | Premada Kanike (Kannada), Raja Nanna Raja (Kannada) |
| 1977 | Immaan Dharam, Chacha Bhatija |
| 1978 | Trishul, Don |
| 1979 | Kaala Patthar |
| 1980 | Dostana, Shaan |
| 1981 | Kranti |
| 1982 | Shakti |
| 1985 | Zamana |
| 1986 | Naam |
| 1987 | Mr. India |
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Best Screenplay | Filmfare Awards | Zanjeer | Won |
| 1974 | Best Story | Filmfare Awards | Zanjeer | Won |
| 1976 | Best Dialogue | Filmfare Awards | Deewaar | Won |
| 1976 | Best Screenplay | Filmfare Awards | Deewaar | Won |
| 1976 | Best Story | Filmfare Awards | Deewaar | Won |
| 1983 | Best Screenplay | Filmfare Awards | Shakti | Won |
About Salim Khan
Salim Khan is an Indian screenwriter, actor, and producer known for the legendary Salim–Javed writing duo.
He is famous for writing blockbuster films such as Sholay, Deewaar, Zanjeer, Don, and Shakti.
Yes, Salim Khan is the father of actor Salman Khan.
His most famous writing partner was Javed Akhtar, together forming the iconic Salim–Javed duo.
He transformed Bollywood screenwriting and won multiple Filmfare Awards for his contributions to Indian cinema.