The South Film Industry has been struck by a distressing piece of news as Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran recently became a victim of an accident on the film set. Prithviraj was shooting for an intense action sequence for his highly anticipated film “Vilayath Buddha” when the unfortunate incident occurred, resulting in an injury to his leg.
Following the mishap, Prithviraj was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital and later transferred to a private hospital in Kochi for further medical attention. According to reports, the actor will undergo a keyhole surgery on his injured leg. It is expected to take several weeks for Prithviraj to fully recover from the injury, prompting doctors to advise him to take a break from work during this period.
Sridhar Pillai, a well-known film journalist, took to Twitter to share the news of Prithviraj’s accident, stating, “Leading actor Prithviraj Sukumaran met with an accident on the sets of ‘Vilayatha Buddha’ in Marayoor while shooting an action sequence on Sunday. Today at a hospital in Kochi. He will undergo a keyhole surgery on his leg in a private hospital. He will take rest for a few weeks.” The announcement has left fans and well-wishers concerned about the actor’s condition and recovery.
The unfortunate incident occurred in the morning as Prithviraj Sukumaran was filming an action scene inside a KSRTC bus for “Vilayath Buddha.” The severity of the accident prompted his immediate transfer to a private hospital in Kochi for specialized treatment. As a result, the shooting of the film has been temporarily suspended until Prithviraj recovers from his injuries.
The news of Prithviraj’s injury has saddened fans and followers of Malayalam cinema, who are now eagerly awaiting updates on his health and well-being. Prithviraj Sukumaran has carved a niche for himself in the industry through his exceptional talent and versatile performances. His absence from the set will undoubtedly be felt, but the primary concern lies in his swift recovery and returns to good health.
