Jr NTR Undergoes Scheduled Shoulder Surgery in Hyderabad

Telugu superstar Jr NTR is undergoing scheduled shoulder surgery at KIMS Hospitals in Hyderabad today, August 12, 2026. The procedure follows a detailed medical evaluation of an injury the actor sustained recently during his professional commitments. His official team released a statement confirming the surgery and requesting fans and the media to respect the actor's privacy during his time at the hospital. A team of specialist doctors is overseeing the procedure to ensure a smooth transition into the recovery phase.

The actor sustained the injury in July 2026 while filming an intense action sequence for his upcoming project tentatively titled Dragon. Initially, medical experts suggested a conservative approach with physical therapy, but subsequent evaluations indicated that a surgical intervention was necessary for a complete recovery. This injury occurred during a peak phase in Jr NTR's career, following the massive success of his recent high-budget action films across India and global markets.

Following the successful completion of the surgery, doctors have advised Jr NTR to undergo six to eight weeks of complete rest. This mandatory recovery period will necessitate adjustments to the shooting schedules of his major upcoming films, including Prashanth Neel’s NTRNeel and Devara: Part 2. Production houses associated with these projects have expressed their support for the actor's health, prioritizing his full physical restoration before he returns to the demanding action sets later this year.