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Fans worry about Salman Khan's health after SRA event

Published 19 July 2026

Bollywood actor Salman Khan has sparked widespread concern among fans following a recent public appearance where he appeared noticeably leaner and less energetic than usual. The 60-year-old superstar attended an event in Mumbai on Friday, July 17, 2026, to inaugurate a new Data Collection and Verification Support Centre for the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA), but online discussion quickly shifted from the civic occasion to his physical condition.

Videos and photos from the event circulated rapidly on social media, with many users expressing worry that the actor looked tired and weak. Comments on platforms like X ranged from expressions of support and well-wishes to speculation about his health, with some fans noting his clean-shaven face and simpler attire as a departure from his typical public persona. Neither Salman Khan nor his representatives have issued any official statement addressing the concerns or confirming any medical issues.

The online reaction comes amid the actor's own recent disclosures about managing several serious health conditions. In an interview last year, Salman Khan revealed he has been working while dealing with trigeminal neuralgia, a brain...

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