Actor Vivek Oberoi on Tuesday issued a statement on rumors of his exit from the film industry. The 49-year-old clarified speculation about the 2004 accident and strongly denied claims that it left him unable to play “physically demanding roles”.

Recalling the incident, Oberoi said that although the accident was serious and life-changing at the time, it did not affect his ability to continue working as an actor.

He said, “Recently, there has been talk that an accident on the set affected my ability to play physically demanding roles, meaning I had to leave the industry because of it. The accident was serious. I suffered multiple fractures and had to undergo surgery, which included inserting an 18-inch titanium rod in my leg.”

who will be oberoi seen in nitesh tiwari Ramayana and Sandeep Reddy Vanga Souldescribed his recovery journey, expressing gratitude to the medical professionals who helped him regain full mobility.

friend The actor said, “Recovering from it was physically and mentally challenging. But thanks to Dr. Ali Irani, former physiotherapist for the Indian cricket team and head of physiotherapy at Nanavati Hospital, and his team, I was able to regain full mobility in about three months. Their skills, guidance and support made it possible to get back on my feet, dance and perform difficult action sequences so quickly after such a major injury. They did a fantastic job, for which I am deeply grateful.”

Describing his career as “complete”, Oberoi listed several films in which he worked after recovering from the accident.

He said, “Looking back, this accident was a setback to a fulfilling career, which would not have been possible without the extraordinary care, guidance and expertise of Dr. Irani and his team.”

The actor said that even after recovering, he continued to pursue his art. “It is because of him that I have been able to play some of my most challenging roles with ease, like Omkara (2006), Firing in Lokhandwala (2007), Mission Istanbul (2008), Prince (2010), krrish 3 (2013), and so much more, while pursuing the craft I love without compromise,” he concluded.

Vivek Oberoi, son of veteran actor Suresh Oberoi, made his Bollywood debut with Ram Gopal Varma’s film. company (2002). He won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his portrayal of a gangster in the film and subsequently appeared in popular titles. Fun (2004), Because it’s done isn’t it? (2004), period (2005), who? (2005), Firing in Lokhandwala (2007), Mission Istanbul (2008), Prince (2010), and krrish 3 (2013), among others.