Sanjay Leela Bhansali Health Update: Director Not Hospitalised, Team Denies Heart Attack Rumours

Rumours about Sanjay Leela Bhansali being hospitalised on his 63rd birthday triggered concern among fans. However, his team has now issued a clarification, stating that the filmmaker is perfectly fine

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Rumours Spark Concern on His 63rd Birthday

Speculation began circulating on February 24, the 63rd birthday of filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, claiming that he had suffered a heart attack and was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai. Reports suggested he was under medical supervision, leading to widespread concern across social media.

The news spread quickly, with several platforms claiming he had been hospitalised for serious health issues. Given Bhansali’s stature in the industry and his strong fan following, the rumours gained traction within hours.

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Team Issues Official Clarification

Putting all speculation to rest, the team of Sanjay Leela Bhansali released an official statement dismissing the reports as completely false. According to them, the filmmaker was not hospitalised due to any heart-related issue.

The statement clearly mentioned that he had only gone for a routine health check-up and was “completely fine.” The team also urged media outlets and the public to refrain from spreading unverified news, stressing that the reports had no credible source.

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Filmmaker Is Healthy and Doing Well

Sources close to the filmmaker confirmed that there is no cause for concern regarding his health. The visit to the hospital was part of a regular medical check-up, something many individuals undertake as a precautionary measure.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali, known for directing films like Devdas, continues to remain active professionally. With his team’s clarification, fans can breathe easy knowing that the reports about his hospitalisation were unfounded.