The Telugu film industry is facing a wave of on-set injuries. After Balakrishna underwent surgery and Ram Charan was hospitalized for wrist surgery, NTR has now sustained a shoulder injury during the filming of Dragon.
Official Statement from NTR’s Team
NTR’s team officially confirmed the incident this evening (Monday), releasing a detailed statement about his condition.
“We regret to inform you that Mr. NTR unfortunately sustained a shoulder injury this evening. After a thorough medical examination, a team of doctors led by Dr. J. Madhusudan Rao and Dr. R.A. Purnachandra Tejaswi has advised him to take complete rest for six to eight weeks to ensure a full and smooth recovery. There is no cause for concern. We will continue to provide official updates regarding Tarak’s health and recovery in due course. Thank you for your support,” the team stated.
The team did not disclose the specific circumstances of the incident or where it occurred.
Impact on Dragon Shoot
NTR is currently starring in Dragon, directed by Prashanth Neel. Rukmini Vasanth plays the female lead, and Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor plays a pivotal role. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers.
Shooting is currently underway, and reports suggest the injury occurred during the filming process. Full details regarding the incident are yet to be revealed. The movie is scheduled for release next year, and the 6-8 week recovery period may impact the production timeline.
