Veteran actor Sharat Saxena is set to undergo lumbar spine surgery at Bombay Hospital in Mumbai. The actor shared a health update from the hospital on Wednesday. He underwent a standing MRI before the surgery and posted four pictures on Instagram, in which he can be seen standing straight and strapped in front of the MRI machine. Despite the procedure, Sharat appeared positive and wrote, “Standing MRI before lumbar spine surgery at Bombay Hospital.”
Fans expressed concern and wished him a speedy recovery. Several celebrities also sent their prayers and good wishes. Sudhanshu Pandey wrote, “May Mahakal bless you,” while director Rajiv Rai wished him well, writing, “Good luck and get well soon.” Tisca Chopra commented, “Lots of love and prayers, Sharat sir,” while Anup Soni and Ali Asgar also wished him a speedy recovery.
Sharat later thanked everyone for their wishes in the comment section. He wrote, “Thank you to all of you for your well wishes. I hope I will be able to walk properly again and work. Thank you all. Sharat Saxena.”
Worked in more than 250 films
Sharat Saxena has had a career spanning several decades in Hindi cinema. He has worked in more than 250 films. He has played various roles including supporting, character, and villainous roles. He has appeared in many popular films across different eras.
His films include ‘Mr. India’, ‘Tridev’, ‘Ghayal’, ‘Khiladi’, ‘Ghulam’, ‘Gupt: The Hidden Truth’, ‘Duplicate’, ‘Soldier’, ‘Baghban’, ‘Fanaa’, ‘Krrish’, and ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’. Recently, Sharat Saxena was seen in Ajay Devgn’s film ‘Son of Sardaar 2’.
Even at the age of 76, Sharat Saxena is known for his excellent fitness and bodybuilding. He often shares videos of himself working out in the gym on social media. Superstar Salman Khan is also a huge fan of his.
Last year, on The Kapil Sharma Show, Salman Khan was asked if there is anyone who inspired him to start working out. To this, Salman Khan replied, “There are many such people. Like Dharam ji (Dharmendra), Dara Singh ji, Sharat Saxena… if I talk about the older generation. Ranjeet sir. Danny. They all are very, very fit.”
What is Lumbar Spine Surgery?
According to Spine-Health and Cleveland Clinic, the lumbar spine refers to the five vertebrae located in the lower back.
These vertebrae serve to support the body’s weight, assist in movement, and protect the essential structures of the spine.
Lumbar spine surgery may involve repairing, removing, or modifying structures in the lower back.
This surgery can be performed to treat a specific spinal problem. Depending on the issue, it can help reduce pain, weakness, or numbness caused by pressure on the nerves.
