New Delhi: Malayalam actor and television anchor Rajesh Keshav, 47, collapsed on stage during a live event in Kochi on Sunday, August 24.
He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he underwent an angioplasty. At present, he remains on ventilator support.
Filmmaker Prathap Jayalakshmi shared an update on his health condition through a Facebook post.
What’s Happening?
In his post, Jayalakshmi revealed that Rajesh underwent an angioplasty and has since been kept on life support with the help of a ventilator.
He wrote, “Since then, he’s been kept alive with the help of a ventilator. He hasn’t responded yet except for some slight movements now and then. Doctors suspect that there might be mild damage to the brain due to the condition.”
Expressing deep concern, he added, “We’ve realised now that what he needs the most to come back to life is our love and prayers. The one who used to electrify the stage with his performance now lies still, relying on machines. It’s heartbreaking. But we know he will come back, if we all come together and hold him in our thoughts. He must return. He will return. Please come back, my dearest buddy.”
Meanwhile, a report by The Hindu stated that while Rajesh’s heart function has shown signs of improvement, hospital officials confirmed on Wednesday that his brain has suffered some impairment. “His condition is still critical. A clearer picture of his recovery will emerge only after the next 72 hours,” medical sources said.
Rajesh Keshav’s Career
Rajesh Keshav, popularly known as RK, is a celebrated Malayalam actor and television presenter admired for his vibrant stage presence and strong rapport with audiences. He has hosted prestigious events such as the Filmfare Awards (South), SIIMA, Asianet Film Awards, and the Indian Super League, sharing the stage with icons like Mohanlal, Kamal Haasan, and Rashmika Mandanna. As an actor, he has featured in notable films including Beautiful (2011), Trivandrum Lodge (2012), Hotel California (2013), Nee-Na (2015), and Thattum Purath Achuthan (2018).