Gaurav Dubey (MID-DAY; February 13, 2015)

Hectic shoot schedules and promotions for her maiden production venture, NH10, seem to have taken a toll on Anushka Sharma’s health. Industry insiders have been whispering about the actress’ back problems that have forced her to seek medical help.

A source close to Anushka says, “It is true that she has been experiencing some serious pain in her lower back. She has been travelling a lot of late, before which she had been shooting for her films without a break. All this could have led to the back problem. Though her doctor has advised her complete bed rest for a week, promotions for her upcoming film have prevented her from doing so. Therefore, the minimum that she can do is go for physiotherapy at regular intervals at a hospital close to her house.”

A source at the suburban hospital confirms the buzz, adding: “Anushka has been coming here for physiotherapy sessions for her back problems. She has been struggling with the pain for quite some time now. A few months ago, her boyfriend and cricketer Virat Kohli had accompanied her to the hospital.”

Anushka, too, admits to be having trouble with her back. “While shooting for NH 10, I had to run a lot on uneven ground which triggered the problem. I am seeking physiotherapy help for the same,” she says.