**Veteran Bollywood Actor Prem Chopra Admitted to Lilavati Hospital Due to Viral Infection**
Veteran Bollywood actor Prem Chopra has been admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital after contracting a viral infection. His medical team has indicated that he is expected to recover within a few days.
The 92-year-old actor was admitted on Monday, and the hospital has confirmed that his condition is currently stable.
According to cardiologist Dr. Nitin Gokhale, the actor’s hospitalization was due to a viral infection combined with age-related complications. This led to medical intervention focused on his lungs. Importantly, Prem Chopra is currently under observation in the hospital ward and not in the ICU.
Dr. Jalil Parkar from Lilavati Hospital stated, “He is a known case of cardiac ailment and he also had a viral infection, and that’s why I’m treating him for the lungs. He is not in the ICU; he is in the ward.”
Regarding his recovery timeline, Dr. Parkar added, “He is 92 years old and he has age-related issues because of which his recovery takes a little time. He should be fine in another three to four days and go home.”
Family members have also responded to the news. Actor Sharman Joshi, who is married to Prem Chopra’s daughter Prerana, reassured fans by saying, “All good, thank you, just some tests, back tomorrow.”
Prem Chopra’s illustrious career in Hindi cinema spans over six decades and more than 380 films. He is best known for his roles as one of Bollywood’s iconic villains. Some of his notable films include *Woh Kaun Thi?* (1964), *Upkaar* (1967), *Kati Patang* (1970), *Bobby* (1973), and *Trishul* (1978).
While the veteran actor’s hospital stay caused concern among fans, the latest medical update offers reassurance. Being in a ward setting and responding well to treatment, Prem Chopra is expected to resume his normal health soon.
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