Mohanlal hospitalised due to high fever, breathing difficulties

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal was admitted to the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi.

Kochi | Updated: August 19, 2024 07:31 AM IST

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Mohanlal was hospitalised due to ill health.

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal was recently hospitalised in Kochi after suffering from a high fever, breathing difficulties and muscle pain. He was admitted to the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and discharged after undergoing the necessary tests, Manorama Online reported. He is currently on full rest. Doctors suspect a respiratory infection and have recommended that Mohanlal take five days of rest.

“This is to certify that I have examined Mr Mohanlal, 64 years old male, MRD No 1198168. He is having complaints of high-grade fever, breathing difficulty and generalised myalgia. He is suspected to have a viral respiratory infection. He has been advised to take medications with 5 days rest and to avoid crowded places,” read a medical statement issued by the hospital, dated August 16, and signed by Dr Gireesh Kumar KP, Professor of Medicine at Amrita. The actor has reportedly been advised to avoid visiting crowded places as well.

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According to Mathrubhumi, Mohanlal recently returned to Kochi after completing the Gujarat shooting schedule for his upcoming film L2: Empuraan, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, and the post-production of his directorial debut Barroz.

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Meanwhile, the superstar announced on Saturday that the release date of his fantasy film Barroz has been postponed once again, now set for October 3. “Barroz is coming to reveal his secrets on 3rd October 2024. Mark your calendars for a magical adventure,” he shared on social media, along with a new poster featuring him from the movie. The film, originally slated for release in March 2023, has faced several delays. It was most recently scheduled for March 28, 2024, then postponed to September 12, and now has been pushed to October 3.

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