In a turn of events, veteran Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan appears to have refuted rumours of undergoing angioplasty, calling the news reports "fake".
Bachchan addressed the speculation while attending the final match of the Indian Street Premier League between Majhi Mumbai and Tigers of Kolkata on the night of March 15 at Mumbai Stadium. He was spotted enjoying the game with his son, Abhishek Bachchan.
Upon his return from the cricket match, Bachchan was seen smiling and greeting the paparazzi. When one of them approaches and inquired about his well-being, he waved and gestured that he was alright, and then loudly says "fake news".
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It appeared that the legendary actor was addressing reports of him undergoing an angioplasty procedure on his leg for a clot.
The actor further solidified his statement by sharing photos of himself enjoying the match alongside his son, Abhishek Bachchan, on his social media account.
The rumours regarding Amitabh Bachchan's alleged admission to the hospital had been circulating since the previous day, causing concern among fans and media outlets alike. However, Bachchan's public appearance at the cricket match served as a testament to his well-being and contradicted the false reports surrounding his health.