Rajinikanth in hospital over swelling in blood vessel

Actor Rajinikanth, 73, was admitted to Apollo Hospitals in Chennai late on Monday night.

He was taken to the hospital after he experienced severe stomach pain, according to officials.

The Apollo Hospitals has now released a medical bulletin about his health.

"Mr. Rajinikanth was admitted to Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, on 30th September 2024. He had a swelling in the main blood vessel leaving his heart (Aorta), which was treated by a nonsurgical, transcatheter method, " read the bulletin released from Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.

"Senior Interventional Cardiologist Dr Sai Satish placed a stent in the Aorta completely sealing off the swelling (Endovascular repair)," as per the bulletin.

"We would like to let his well-wishers and fans know that the procedure went, as planned. Mr. Rajinikanth is stable and is doing well. He should be home in two days."

Hospital sources earlier confirmed that Rajinikanth's condition is stable.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Rajinikanth is set to star in the film Coolie. Although specific details about the movie are still under wraps, a recently released teaser has already piqued fans' interest.

It showcases Rajinikanth in an action-packed role, where he confronts adversaries wielding a belt made of gold watches. The monochrome teaser, highlighted with gold accents, has left audiences eager for more.

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