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Jr NTR undergoes shoulder surgery in Hyderabad

Published 12 August 2026

Telugu superstar Jr NTR is scheduled to undergo shoulder surgery on Wednesday, August 12, at KIMS Hospitals in Hyderabad. The procedure is part of the ongoing treatment for an injury he sustained last month while filming for his upcoming movie, Dragon. His team has requested privacy during this period and stated that further updates on his health will be provided after the surgery.

The surgery was confirmed in a statement from the actor's team, which noted that the procedure follows a medical evaluation of the shoulder injury. "The team of doctors is working towards a smooth recovery of NTR," the statement read. "We will keep you updated on his progress following the surgery."

The injury occurred in late July. On July 27, Jr NTR's office announced that he had sustained a shoulder injury and had been advised complete rest for six to eight weeks. The initial statement assured fans there was no immediate cause for concern. While the exact circumstances were not detailed at the time, the actor was actively shooting for Dragon, directed by Prashanth Neel. The decision for surgery was made after a thorough assessment by medical experts.

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