Veteran Actor Prem Chopra Recovers from Life-Threatening Heart Condition, Treated Without Open-Heart Surgery; Son-in-Law Sharman Joshi Shares Update

Veteran Bollywood actor Prem Chopra, known for his iconic villain roles, was admitted to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital on November 8 due to chest congestion and infection. After a week of treatment, the 90-year-old actor was discharged, and his son-in-law, actor Sharman Joshi, has now revealed the details of his serious heart condition and shared that Prem Chopra is recovering well.

Severe Aortic Stenosis Treated via TAVI Procedure

Sharman Joshi, in a social media post, disclosed that Prem Chopra was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis—a condition where the aortic valve narrows, restricting blood flow from the heart to the body. Symptoms include shortness of breath, chest pain, and fainting. To treat this life-threatening condition, doctors performed a TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) procedure, successfully replacing the aortic valve without the need for open-heart surgery.

Sharman Joshi expressed gratitude to the medical team, writing:
“On behalf of our family, I sincerely thank cardiologist Dr. Nitin Gokhale and interventional cardiologist Dr. Ravinder Singh Rao for their excellent care. Dad was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis, and Dr. Rao successfully replaced his valve using the TAVI procedure without open-heart surgery. Dr. Gokhale’s constant guidance gave us confidence at every step. Dad is now home and feeling much better. We are forever grateful for their extraordinary support and care.”

Support from Friends and Industry Colleagues

During his hospital stay, several Bollywood personalities visited Prem Chopra, including actor Jitendra. Sharman Joshi shared hospital photographs showing Prem Chopra with doctors and well-wishers, highlighting the support and love from the film fraternity.

A Glorious Six-Decade Career

Prem Chopra’s illustrious career spans over six decades, with appearances in more than 380 films. Famous for portraying villainous characters, he began his acting journey in 1962 with the film Vidya and continued to work steadily in cinema. Recently, he appeared in the 2024 film Animal and the TV series Showtime, taking on selective roles while maintaining his iconic presence in Bollywood.

Prem Chopra’s recovery is a relief for fans and the film industry alike, celebrating the resilience of a legendary actor whose contribution to Indian cinema remains unparalleled.