Insect bite lands Rajesh Sharma in hospital

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Insect bite lands Rajesh Sharma in hospital

Writer: Heidi Hsia

Rajesh Sharma was rushed to hospital in Kolkata

10 Jul - Actor Rajesh Sharma has been hospitalised after reportedly suffering an insect bite while filming a new movie.

In an update shared by the actor's family, it was revealed that the actor reportedly suffered an insect bite-possibly from a bug or a poisonous spider while shooting at Ramoji Film City for a film starring renowned actor Prabhas.

"After pack-up, Rajesh was chatting with local technicians in an area surrounded by dense vegetation when he felt an insect bite. As it did not seem serious at the time, he continued without seeking immediate medical attention," the statement read.

It was not until six hours later that he began experiencing intense pain in his right leg and his condition started to worsen. Nonetheless, he still boarded a flight back to Kolkata.

"During the journey, he developed a high fever, became increasingly restless, and his health deteriorated further. The following day, he was admitted to Manipal Hospital, Dhakuria. More than a day has passed since his hospitalisation but he suffers from high fever, breathlessness and a progressing infection in his right leg," she added.

The family also revealed that the infection has spread from his toe up to his knee and that he is under close observation.

The actor remains under observation in hospital

"Doctors are monitoring him carefully, as there is concern that complications could lead to the formation of a blood clot, which, if it travels to the lungs, could become life-threatening," the statement added.

Meanwhile, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has called for an "immediate, impartial and transparent investigation" into the matter and demanding the producers to bear Rajesh's medical expenses.

Cinema Online, 10 July 2026