Doc says Prem Chopra hospitalised over viral infection, should be fine in three-four days

HINDUSTAN TIMES (November 12, 2025)

Veteran actor Prem Chopra was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai on Saturday due to a viral infection and age-related complications. The actor’s hospitalization was confirmed by cardiologist Dr Nitin Gokhale on Monday, and he shared that the actor is now recovering well.

Chopra has been admitted under the care of cardiologist Dr Gokhale. “He is a known case of cardiac ailment, and he also had a viral infection, and that’s why I’m treating him for the lungs. He is not in the ICU; he is in the ward,” Dr Jalil Parkar of Lilavati Hospital told PTI.

He went on to add, “He is 92 years old, and he has age-related issues because of which his recovery takes a little time. He should be fine in another three or four days and go home.”

Meanwhile, actor Sharman Joshi, who is married to the veteran actor’s daughter Prerana Chopra, said, “All good, thank you, just some tests, back tomorrow.”

His other son-in-law, actor Vikas Bhalla had told India Today: “It’s all age-related, and a regular procedure. There is nothing to worry about.”
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HINDUSTAN TIMES (November 13, 2025)

Actor Prem Chopra, 90, was hospitalized on November 10 due to age-related issues. His son-in-law, actor Vikas Bhalla, has now shared a positive update on his health while speaking to ETimes. “He’s doing fine and undergoing tests. He was hospitalized for routine check-ups because of age-related issues and post an infection. Luckily everything was clear. He should be back home tomorrow,” said Vikas.

He also shared that the actor was concerned about his fellow veteran Dharmendra, who was admitted to the hospital the same day. “When I visited him in the morning today, he was perfectly fine and happy, but of course, he was concerned about Dharmendra ji’s health,” Bhalla added.