Actor Vishal collapses on stage in Villupuram; Official statement confirms he is stable

Hyderabad: Tamil actor and producer Vishal collapsed on stage during a public event held in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, triggering concern among fans and attendees. The incident occurred while he was attending an event organized by the transgender community, where he was present as the Chief Guest.

According to eyewitnesses, Vishal fainted suddenly while on stage, causing panic among those present. He was immediately attended to and rushed to a nearby hospital.

Following the incident, the actor's management issued a statement clarifying his condition. The statement, released by Vishal Film Factory, said that the actor experienced a brief episode of fatigue due to skipping a proper meal earlier in the day. He had only consumed juice, which likely led to a drop in energy levels.

Doctors who examined Vishal confirmed there was no major health issue. He was advised to maintain regular eating habits and is currently recovering with rest.

This is not the first time concerns have been raised about Vishal’s health, with earlier reports also highlighting similar issues.

Vishal Krishna Reddy, born on August 29, 1977, is a prominent actor and producer in Tamil cinema. He began his career as an assistant director to actor Arjun before making his acting debut in the 2004 film Chellamae.

He went on to star in several action films, including Sandakozhi, Thimiru, Thaamirabharani, and Malaikottai. In 2013, he launched his own production company, Vishal Film Factory, and has since produced films such as Pandiya Naadu, Naan Sigappu Manithan, and Poojai.

After a prolonged delay of 12 years, Vishal's much-anticipated film Madha Gaja Raja was finally released in theatres on January 12, 2025. Initially announced in 2012, the film faced numerous setbacks, including changes in cast, script revisions, and distribution issues.