Veteran Bollywood actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha has recently been admitted to Kokilaben Hospital in Mumbai following an unfortunate accident in his dining hall. On June 25, just two days after his daughter Sonakshi Sinha’s marriage to Zaheer Iqbal, Shatrughan tripped over the corner of a carpet and injured his rib area. Initially, the pain from the incident was managed with medical attention at home, but when it did not subside, he was advised to seek further treatment in the hospital.
The news of Shatrughan’s hospitalisation came as a shock to many, especially since it occurred so soon after a period of celebration for the Sinha family. Their double joy came from Shatrughan’s recent electoral win in the Lok Sabha 2024 elections and the grand wedding of Sonakshi and Zaheer.
Shatrughan’s admission into Kokilaben Hospital has turned heads, not least because his daughter’s recent visit to the same hospital with her husband had led to speculation about a possible pregnancy. However, it has now been clarified that the visit was related to her father’s health and not due to any pregnancy news.
The Sinha family has been basking in the joy of the recent wedding, which marked a significant milestone for Sonakshi and Zaheer. The wedding, which took place on June 23, was an intimate affair followed by a lavish reception. The event was attended by many prominent Bollywood figures, including Salman Khan, Vidya Balan with Siddharth Roy Kapur, and veteran actress Saira Banu, who all came to offer their congratulations and celebrate the couple’s union.
The wedding held special significance as both Sonakshi and Zaheer have strong professional ties with Salman Khan. Sonakshi made her acting debut opposite Salman in the blockbuster film ‘Dabangg,’ while Zaheer debuted in Salman Khan’s production ‘Notebook.’ The two met at a party hosted by Salman and have been together for seven years before deciding to tie the knot.
Shatrughan Sinha, who also recently emerged victorious in the Lok Sabha polls, took to social media to share his gratitude and joy with his followers. He won by a margin of 59,564 votes against the BJP candidate, Surendrajeet Singh Ahluwalia, from West Bengal’s Asansol constituency.
. Expressing his thanks, Shatrughan shared a heartfelt message, alongside a series of unseen photos and videos from the wedding festivities. “With an attitude of gratitude, we would like to thank everyone for celebrating with us on our special day. It seems to be the ‘wedding of the century’ with your warmth, love, and congratulatory messages for our darling daughter #SonakshiSinha with #ZaheerIqbal as they start a new chapter in the beautiful journey of their lives,” he wrote on social media.
Despite the celebratory atmosphere, the accident cast a shadow over the festivities. Shatrughan’s tripping incident in the dining hall happened due to an unnoticed corner of a carpet. Although not severe, the injury to his rib area required further medical attention due to persistent pain, which led to his hospital admission. Reports indicate that Shatrughan has already undergone minor surgery and is expected to be discharged tomorrow.
The actor-politician’s hospitalisation has been a matter of concern for fans and colleagues alike who expressed their well-wishes on various social media platforms. The family has been quick to reassure everyone that Shatrughan is on the road to recovery and should be back to normal very soon.
In the midst of the unfortunate incident, Shatrughan’s resilience and positive spirit remain intact. His success in politics, particularly in the recent Lok Sabha elections, and his ability to garner support from his constituents in Asansol, reaffirm his longstanding influence both in cinema and politics.
Meanwhile, the newlyweds Sonakshi and Zaheer are poised to embark on their new journey together, carrying forward the celebratory spirit despite the temporary hurdle of Shatrughan’s hospitalisation. As the veteran actor prepares to return home, the Sinha family looks forward to resuming their lives with good health and continued joy.
The Sinha family remains grateful for the outpouring of support and well-wishes from their fans, friends, and the Bollywood fraternity, and Shatrughan’s swift recovery is eagerly awaited by all.
(With inputs from Agencies)
