Malayalam actor and host Rajesh Keshav on ventilator support after suffering heart attack during…

Malayalam actor and host Rajesh Keshav was rushed to the hospital after he collapsed during a live event in Crowne Plaza Hotel, Kochi, Kerala.

Veteran Malayalam actor and host Rajesh Keshav, also known as RK, is in a critical condition after he suffered a sudden heart attack during a live event in Kochi on Sunday night. 49-year-old Rajesh fainted on stage during a public event, sending shockwaves among the audience and the entertainment fraternity. Rajesh was rushed to the hospital, where he is undergoing treatment. Hospital sources have confirmed that he underwent emergency angioplasty and has been on a ventilator support since then.

Malayalam actor Rajesh Keshav on ventilator support

Director Prathap Jayalakshmi shared a health update on Facebook regarding Rajesh Keshav’s cardiac arrest. He wrote, “What our dear friend Rajesh needs now is your heartfelt prayers. It was at the end of the event at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Kochi, on Sunday night that he collapsed. Within 15-20 minutes, he was rushed to Lakeshore Hospital. Doctors said the cardiac arrest happened as he collapsed. Angioplasty was done immediately. Since then, he’s been kept alive with the help of a ventilator. He hasn’t responded yet-except for some slight movements now and then.”

He further penned, “Doctors suspect that there might be mild damage to the brain due to the condition. We’ve realised now that what he needs the most to come back to life is our love and prayers. The one who used to electrify the stage with his performance now lies still, relying on machines. It’s heartbreaking. But we know he will come back-if we all come together and hold him in our thoughts. He must return. He will return. Please come back, my dearest buddy”.

Who is Rajesh Keshav?

Rajesh Keshav is a well-known name in Kerala, known for his vibrant on-screen presence and deep connection with the audience. After rising to fame as a television anchor, he became one of the most recognizable faces on Malayalam television. He hosted several popular reality and talk shows. Rajesh also made notable appearances in Malayalam cinema and earned praise for his versatile acting in supporting roles. Since the news surfaced, there has been a stir among people from the film and television industry on social media.

Story Highlights

1. Veteran Malayalam actor and host collapsed during a live event in Kochi on Sunday night.
2. The 49-year-old was rushed to Lakeshore Hospital, underwent emergency angioplasty.
3. Director Prathap Jayalakshmi revealed doctors suspect possible mild brain damage.
4. Rajesh’s condition has sparked an outpouring of concern from the Malayalam industry.