Superstar Rajinikanth underwent an elective procedure on October 1 at a private hospital in Chennai. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to his wife, Latha, over a phone call to enquire about the actor's health.

Rajinikanth was admitted to the hospital on September 30 after a few health complaints which led to the megastar opt for an elective procedure on October 1. The news left many fans and industry insiders concerned.

Rajinikanth was taken to the hospital after experiencing stomach pain. It has been confirmed that the actor will undergo an elective procedure.

Superstar Rajinikanth recently faced a health emergency. The Jailer star was swiftly taken to Apollo Hospital in Chennai on Monday after experiencing severe abdominal pain. Although the news caused alarm among his loyal ‘Thalaivar supporters,

Rajinikanth underwent a non-surgical procedure to place a stent in the aorta to treat swelling in a blood vessel near his heart. The actor is stable and recovering well.

Superstar Rajinikanth on Tuesday underwent a non-surgical procedure for an issue in the main blood vessel of his heart and a stent was placed to seal off a swelling, the hospital treating him said, amid an outpouring of prayers and wishes for his speedy recovery for the 73-year-old.

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Superstar Rajinikanth left his fans across the globe worried following his sudden hospitalization in Chennai. According to the reports, the actor was admitted to the Apollo Hospital after experiencing severe stomach pain.