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Noted filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi hospitalized

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By Mohnish SinghFeb 28, 2018
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Acclaimed Hindi filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi, who is known for a series of successful films like Ghayal, Damini, Andaz Apna Apna, Ghatak, Pukar and Ajab Prem Ki Ghajab Kahani, has been admitted to the Nanavati hospital in Mumbai, after he complained of severe chest pain.

"He has been admitted to the hospital for a heart- related problem. We can't share any further information at the moment," PTI quoted a hospital official as saying.

The director was earlier spotted joining the Kapoor family in mourning of screen legend Sridevi.

According to some sources, Santoshi is stable now. He underwent angioplasty, reported another news agency.

The director was recently in news for joining hands with Aanand L Rai for a film. He will helm one of Rai’s upcoming ventures to be made under the banner of Colour Yellow Production.

We wish a speedy recovery to the director.

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