Rajinikanth health update: Stent placed near lower abdominal, to get discharged from hospital in 2-3 days

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth recently underwent an elective medical procedure after being hospitalized due to severe stomach pain while filming for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s 'Coolie'.

According to media reports, a stent was placed near his lower abdominal area by a team of three specialists in a cardiac cath lab. The procedure was led by interventional cardiologist Dr. Sai Satish. The actor is currently stable and under observation, with plans to move him from the cardiac ICU to the ward later in the evening. He is expected to remain in the hospital for 2-3 days before being discharged.

Rajinikanth’s sudden hospitalization caused a stir among fans, who flooded social media with well wishes. His wife, Latha Rajinikanth, reassured everyone with a brief health update, stating, "All is well."

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also extended his support, posting on X (formerly Twitter), “Wishing my friend Superstar Mr. @rajinikanth a speedy recovery after his hospitalization.” Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin and Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi joined in, expressing their hope for the actor’s swift recovery.