Veteran Bollywood actor Prem Chopra has been admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital following a viral infection, with his medical team indicating that he will recover within a few days. The 92-year-old actor was admitted on Monday and the hospital confirmed that his condition is currently stable.
Prem Chopra admitted to Lilavati Hospital after viral infection
According to cardiologist Nitin Gokhale, the actor has been admitted to the hospital due to viral infection along with age-related complications, which interfered with his lungs, while he is under observation in the ward and not in the ICU. Dr. Jalil Parkar of Lilavati Hospital said, “He is a known case of heart disease and also had a viral infection, and that’s why I am treating his lungs. He is not in the ICU; he is in the ward.”
Additionally, Dr. Parker commented on the actor’s recovery timeline: “He is 92 years old and has age-related problems, which is why his recovery will take some time. He should recover and go home in the next three-four days.” Family members have reacted to this news. Actor Sharman Joshi, who is married to Prem Chopra’s daughter Prerna, reassured fans: “All is well, thanks, just a few tests, back tomorrow.”
Prem Chopra’s illustrious career spans six decades and over 380 films, many of which cemented his reputation as one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic villains. Notable titles include Who was she? (1964), Upkaar (1967), Kati Patang (1970), Bobby (1973), and Trishul (1978).
While the veteran actor’s hospital stay has raised concerns among his fans, the medical update brings a sense of relief: He is in the ward setting, responding to treatment, and is expected to resume normal health soon.
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