Renowned Bollywood and Hindi cinema actor Rajesh Sharma is reportedly in critical condition after being bitten by a venomous insect during the shooting of South Indian superstar Prabhas’ upcoming film.
According to Indian media reports, Rajesh Sharma is undergoing treatment at Manipal Hospital in Dhakuria, Kolkata.
Actress Sudipa Chatterjee shared a press note on social media on behalf of Rajesh Sharma’s family, confirming the actor’s deteriorating health condition.
According to the statement, the incident occurred at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad, where shooting for Prabhas’ upcoming film was underway.
After the shoot wrapped up, Rajesh Sharma was speaking with local technical crew members near dense bushes when he was bitten by an insect.
The actor initially considered the bite minor and did not seek immediate medical treatment.
Around six hours later, Rajesh Sharma developed severe pain in his right leg. Despite his worsening condition, he boarded a flight to Kolkata.
During the flight, the actor developed a high fever and his health deteriorated further.
Doctors at the hospital said the infection caused by the venom had spread from Rajesh Sharma’s toes to his knee, while large blisters had developed on his leg.
The actor is also experiencing severe breathing difficulties.
Doctors have warned that the infection could cause a blood clot in his leg. If the clot travels to his lungs, the condition could become life-threatening.
According to doctors, Rajesh Sharma is still not out of danger and remains under medical treatment.
