Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, father of Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, was admitted to Mumbai’s Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital on July 16, after experiencing symptoms that prompted concern. In order to guarantee enough blood flow, medical professionals advised a neck angioplasty after immediately detecting a narrowing in one of his carotid arteries, which are vital blood vessels that carry blood to the brain.
What is neck angioplasty?
Neck angioplasty, also known as carotid artery angioplasty, is a routine yet vital procedure. A stent is frequently inserted to maintain the conduit open after a balloon-tipped catheter is inserted through the artery to gradually widen it. This lowers the chance of strokes and other issues.
Sunaina’s comforting update
Sunaina Roshan, daughter of Rakesh Roshan, addressed fans directly and shared a health update. Her words carried relief:
Yes, papa had an angioplasty in his neck, but he’s perfectly fine now. There’s nothing to worry about. He’s resting. Her reassurance removed much of the concern the news had generated among admirers of the celebrated filmmaker.
Family members were seen around Rakesh during his hospital stay. Hrithik Roshan maintained a vigil by his father’s bedside, often accompanied by his sister Sunaina and his partner Saba Azad. While Hrithik’s ex-wife, Sussanne Khan, chose not to comment respecting the family’s privacy, she too has been supportive from afar.
A cinematic legacy continuing
Rakesh Roshan’s impact on Indian cinema is immense. After making his mark as an actor in the 1970s and 80s, he rose to fame as a director with blockbusters like Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai, Karan Arjun, and the beloved Krrish. His success inspired his son, Hrithik, to follow in and take the role of his father as a filmmaker.
Well-wishes from across the nation
News of his angioplasty prompted an outpouring of messages from fans, friends, and colleagues, many praying for his swift and full healing. Social media was flooded with heart emojis, prayer hands, and anecdotes of inspiration tied to Roshan’s enduring resilience.
