Popular actor Aasif Khan, known for his standout performances in Panchayat, Paatal Lok, and Jamtara, is currently recovering after suffering a heart attack earlier this week. The 34-year-old actor was rushed to Mumbai’s Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital two days ago following the cardiac episode.
Doctors attending to Khan have reported that his health is stable now. He is recovering well and can be discharged in the next few days.
Ending his silence over the health scare, Aasif Khan spoke to his fans from his hospital bed in an Instagram post. Posting a candid update from the ICU, he looked back at the unexpected twists in life and urged his fans to cherish their health and relationships.
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"Life is short, don't take a single day for granted. Everything can turn on a dime in an instant. Be thankful for what you have and hold tight to those you love most. Life is a gift, and we are blessed," he wrote in the Instagram Story.
Later in another story, Khan assured his followers of his recovery, thanking them all for standing with him.
"Over the last few hours, I've been struggling with some health problems that needed hospitalisation. I'm pleased to report that I'm now recovering well and am feeling much better. I really want to thank everyone for all the love, concern, and good wishes," he wrote.
A Wake-Up Call for Heart Health in Young Adults
Khan's unexpected brush with illness has again brought into focus the rising alarm over young adults developing heart ailments. Due to a growing increase in stress, a chaotic lifestyle, and failure to go for regular health check-ups, cardiac arrest is no longer reserved for the elderly.
Doctors recommend a regular screen for heart conditions, stress management, a healthy diet, and careful heed to warning signals like chest discomfort, weakness, or breathlessness.