Actor and TV anchor Rajesh Keshav in critical condition after collapsing on the stage

Actor and television presenter Rajesh Keshav, popularly known as RK, is currently in critical condition following a sudden cardiac arrest that occurred during a live event in Kochi on Sunday night.

The 49-year-old collapsed on stage during the final moments of a public programme, sending shockwaves through the audience and the entertainment industry.Rajesh was immediately rushed to the hospital, where he is currently being treated in the intensive care unit. Hospital sources confirm that he underwent emergency angioplasty and has since been placed on life support, relying on a ventilator.Filmmaker Prathap Jayalakshmi, who was present at the event, shared an update on social media.“Our beloved Rajesh, the man who once set every stage ablaze with life, now lies silent, breathing only with the help of a machine. On Sunday night, in the middle of the cheers and lights, fate pulled him down... What he needs now is not medicine alone, but the unstoppable power of our love and prayers.”

Rajesh Keshav is a household name in Kerala, widely celebrated for his vibrant on-screen presence and heartfelt connection with audiences. Rising to fame as a television anchor, he became one of the most recognizable faces on Malayalam television, hosting numerous popular reality and talk shows. Rajesh also made notable appearances in Malayalam cinema, earning praise for his versatile performances in supporting roles.Since the news broke, social media has been flooded with messages of hope and support from fans, colleagues, and celebrities across the film and television industry.