Legendary Bollywood actor Prem Chopra, renowned for his iconic antagonistic roles across six decades of Indian cinema, has been admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital. The 92-year-old actor was admitted on Monday, November 10, 2025, after reportedly suffering from a viral infection coupled with age-related complications.
While the news caused immediate concern among his massive fan base, the hospital has confirmed that his condition is currently stable and improving under medical supervision. The actor is expected to be discharged within a few days.
The actor is under the care of a specialized medical team, including the family’s cardiologist Dr. Nitin Gokhale and pulmonologist Dr. Jalil Parkar. Dr. Parkar provided a vital update, reassuring the public that the veteran star is responding well to treatment.
“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,” Dr. Parkar confirmed. The doctor’s statement immediately put to rest fears of a critical situation by clarifying a key detail: Prem Chopra is currently under observation in the general ward, not the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
The focus of the medical intervention is currently on treating the viral infection and age-related complications affecting his lungs. The doctor noted that recovery time naturally extends for elderly patients, but he anticipates the actor “should be fine in another three to four days and go home.”
The hospitalization of the veteran actor, coming soon after fellow legend Dharmendra was also admitted to a Mumbai hospital, has amplified the public’s concern. However, the family has maintained a calm front, assuring fans that the situation remains under control.
Actor Sharman Joshi, who is married to Prem Chopra’s daughter Prerana, provided a brief yet comforting statement to the media: “All good, thank you; just some tests, back tomorrow.” The family is prioritizing the actor’s rest and recovery, requesting privacy during his brief hospital stay.
This proactive communication from the medical team and the family has been crucial in preventing the kind of unverified and alarming rumours that recently surrounded Dharmendra’s health.
Prem Chopra’s health update brings a collective sigh of relief for an actor whose career has spanned over 380 films and defined the quintessential Bollywood antagonist. His chilling screen presence and razor-sharp dialogue delivery, highlighted by his iconic line “Prem naam hai mera, Prem Chopra,” from the film Bobby, made him one of the most recognizable villains in Hindi cinema history.
Despite his advanced age, the actor remains active, recently appearing in a cameo role in the blockbuster Animal (2023). His enduring commitment to cinema and his robust health for his age are celebrated by fans and the industry alike.
As the doctors predict a discharge within the week, the entire film fraternity is sending wishes for a swift and complete recovery for the legendary star.
