Social media erupted in alarm over claims that filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, fresh off his 63rd birthday, had been hit by a heart attack and hospitalized urgently. The frenzy peaked as unconfirmed posts detailed critical care, stirring widespread worry among his admirers and the film fraternity.
Responding decisively, the director’s team issued a reassuring statement on Instagram Stories: ‘Sanjay Leela Bhansali is doing great. Just a routine medical examination—no issues at all. We’re touched by the affection and concern from fans everywhere. Thank you for standing by us.’
All tales of cardiac arrest or emergency admission were branded as hoaxes with no truth to them. The appeal was clear: don’t propagate unchecked information; verify first to prevent panic.
The misinformation timed poorly with Bhansali’s February 24 birthday festivities, where Bollywood A-listers extended greetings. False narratives claimed an on-site collapse, but the team’s words confirm smooth sailing.
Bhansali’s creative engine is revving high. Directing the epic ‘Love & War’ with powerhouses Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, plus the successful rollout of ‘Do Deewane Shahar Mein’ from his production house, underscore his enduring legacy. This rumor-busting moment reinforces the need for responsible reporting in celebrity news.