Subhash Ghai rushed to hospital; doctors assure ‘Khal Nayak’ director is improving

Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai, celebrated for iconic Hindi movies such as Ram Lakhan, Taal, and Saudagar, was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai. According to a report in The Indian Express, the 79-year-old was hospitalized on Wednesday after experiencing symptoms of weakness, difficulty breathing, and dizziness.

Ghai is currently under vigilant medical care, the report added. A team of specialists, including cardiologist Dr. Nitin Gokhale, neurologist Dr. Vijay Chaudhary, and pulmonologist Dr. Jalil Parkar, is overseeing his treatment. The report further stated that a source revealed the director is “showing signs of improvement” and is expected to be moved from the ICU to a general ward soon.

“The filmmaker is doing perfectly fine and was admitted only for a routine check-up,” clarified his spokesperson, as quoted in the report.

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Just last month, Ghai launched his memoir, Karma's Child, co-authored with Suveen Sinha. The book, published by HarperCollins, was unveiled at the National Centre for the Performing Arts.

Reflecting on his cinematic journey, Ghai shared with PTI: “When you create stories for films, there are always highs and lows. Sometimes you challenge certain individuals, while at other times you align with them. That’s the director’s constant dilemma, and I’ve expressed these experiences through my perspective.” He further added, “Back when I was making those films, I thought they were good, but when newer generations praise them, it feels different. It’s no longer about market trends but genuine admiration, which I feel has only now begun.”

Subhash Ghai’s illustrious filmography includes celebrated titles like Kalicharan, Karz, Hero, Vidhaata, Meri Jung, Karma, Ram Lakhan, Taal, and Saudagar. His most recent directorial venture, Kaanchi, was released in 2014.