Guwahati: The comedian and actor Raju Srivastava had a heart attack on Wednesday morning while working out at a gym in New Delhi, reported The Indian Express after a confirmation by his team.
“Raju sir suffered a mild heart attack while working out. He is admitted to AIIMS, but he is doing fine. He is conscious,” his team said.
Srivastava apparently passed out this morning while using a treadmill. He was exercising in a south Delhi gym. He is recovering at the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, after being taken there in a hurry. He won’t be released for a few days while still being under observation. The article said more information about his health is awaited.
Raju Srivastava is a popular name on television. The actor is also one of the best stand-up comics in the nation who rose to fame by mimicking a number of politicians.
Raju Srivastava has made brief cameo appearances in movies like Maine Pyar Kiya, Baazigar, Bombay to Goa, and Aamdani Atthanni Kharcha Rupaiya, among others. He also took part in the third season of Bigg Boss, a renowned reality television programme. After he appeared on stage as a stand-up comedian in the programme The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, the audience became aware of his comedic talent.