Dr. Rajasekhar, who recently returned to the silver screen after a long hiatus, has reportedly sustained a serious leg injury while shooting for his upcoming film. The incident occurred on November 25th during an action-related sequence in Medchal, resulting in multiple fractures to his ankle.
According to unit sources, the actor suffered a right ankle bimalleolar dislocation with a compound fracture, a severe injury typically associated with high-impact trauma. He was immediately taken for medical evaluation, where doctors recommended urgent surgical intervention to prevent further complications.
Rajasekhar subsequently underwent a major surgery lasting nearly three hours.
The procedure involved:
Right ankle open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with K-wires for the lateral malleolus Open reduction and internal fixation using cannulated cancellous screws and a semi-tubular plate for the medial malleolus Trans-fixation of the tibia using a wire passed through the calcaneum and talus Despite the complexity of the procedure and the intense pain he endured, the surgery was successful, and the actor is currently in recovery.
Doctors have advised three to four weeks of strict rest, stressing that his injured leg must remain immobile during the crucial initial healing phase. Consequently, Dr. Rajasekhar will stay away from film shoots for some time and is expected to resume work in January 2026, depending on his recovery progress.
Interestingly, this is not the first time Dr. Rajasekhar has faced such a setback. On November 15, 1989, he suffered a similar left-leg injury during the shooting of his film Magadu, once again highlighting his long-standing dedication to performing demanding action sequences.
Dr. Rajasekhar’s upcoming project is Biker, and he is currently involved in two additional untitled films, whose schedules may now be adjusted based on his recovery timeline.
Fans, colleagues, and well-wishers across the film fraternity continue to send heartfelt prayers and wishes for his speedy and complete recovery.
