Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan; Bollywood stars who were hospitalised (2024)

Bollywood celebrities, despite their glamorous lives, face significant health challenges. This piece explores the health struggles of some of the biggest names in the industry, from veteran actors to rising stars, including their battles with heatstroke, cancer, heart conditions, and more. We'll highlight their journeys towards recovery and the inspiration they provide.

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Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan was hospitalized in Ahmedabad after suffering from heatstroke. He was there to support his IPL team, the Kolkata Knight Riders, who were playing against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. The actor faced dehydration due to the scorching 45-degree Celsius temperature. He is currently being monitored by medical staff, and his condition is stable. Security around the hospital has been increased, according to sources quoted by news agency IANS.

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Amitabh Bachchan, known as the Shahenshah of Bollywood, faced serious health issues early in his career. While filming "Coolie," he injured his spleen during a scene and was reportedly declared clinically dead. However, he recovered over time and returned to filming after a year. Later, in 1984, he was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis, which led to depression. Despite these challenges, he fought bravely and successfully overcame the illness.

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Manisha Koirala, a renowned Indian actress, was diagnosed with Stage IV ovarian cancer in 2012. She sought treatment at a hospital in New York. Despite the severity of her cancer, she believes it's not a death sentence. After a year of treatment, she was declared cancer-free and has remained so for over six years. In 2018, she wrote a book about her cancer journey titled "Healed: How Cancer Gave Me a New Life" to inspire others. She announced her ten-year cancer-free milestone at the launch of India's first cervical cancer vaccine. Now, she's dedicated to raising awareness about cancer and encourages others not to give up, inspiring many with her message of resilience.

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In 2007, at the age of 36, Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized after suffering a mild heart attack upon returning from a trip to South Africa. He experienced chest pain while preparing to attend the Stardust Awards at the Bandra-Kurla Complex. He was quickly taken to Lilavati Hospital and placed in the intensive care unit due to an irregular heartbeat detected by an ECG test. A cardiologist, Dr. Vivek Mehan, and his team performed an angiography to further assess his heart condition.

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In August 2020, during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. He underwent multiple chemotherapy sessions and received treatment in Dubai. Dutt described the experience as challenging for him and his family but ultimately found it made him stronger. He announced his victory over cancer on his children's birthday and continued to act in numerous films, serving as an inspiration to others battling cancer.

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Seasoned actor Mithun Chakraborty was hospitalized in Kolkata in February 2024 due to severe chest pain. According to a PTI report, he was discharged on Monday afternoon. Mithun stated that he feels completely well and plans to resume work on his upcoming films.

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