Ramadan’s sanctity paves the way for Eid, a box office bonanza where Salman Khan films reign supreme. But nostalgia hits harder this season with Salim Khan, father of the superstar and architect of Bollywood blockbusters, battling health issues in hospital. His minor brain hemorrhage has stars flocking to his bedside, but it’s his historic clapback to film fatwas that steals the spotlight.
Known for candor, Salim faced down groups opposing festive releases. ‘Fatwas for producers, not audiences? Ridiculous,’ he fired back. He laid bare the math: Eid delivers openings no other day matches, fueled by Muslim families seeking post-Ramadan fun. ‘Our survival hinges on those crowds—if banned, the industry vanishes,’ he said starkly.
Rooting his argument in Islam, Salim invoked teachings of humanity and brotherhood. Films on Eid aren’t provocation; they’re communal delight, blending tradition with modern leisure. He traced this practice to Bollywood’s roots, where strategic timing ensures big budgets pay off.
Interfaith ethos defines the Khan household—Hindu mother, vibrant Ganesh festivals. It’s this openness Salim champions. Today, as he heals, his words cut through noise: faith unites, doesn’t divide. Eid releases symbolize joy shared across communities, a tradition Salim fiercely protected.