Ishwar Thakur, widely recognised for his role in the hit TV show FIR, has been hospitalised for the ninth time. His blood pressure has fallen, and he has remained unresponsive since yesterday. His family had to sell their house to cover his medical expenses and is now seeking urgent financial assistance.
Speaking to India Today, the actor's younger sister Jayshree revealed that the family has spent whatever they had on his treatment. She also said they had to sell their house to manage the medical expenses.
Who Is Actor Ishwar Thakur?
Ishwar Thakur is an Indian television actor known for his supporting and comic roles in popular Hindi shows such as FIR and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!
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Three months before the lockdown in 2020, Ishwar Thakur suffered a wound on his foot. His diabetes made it difficult for the wound to heal. It later got infected.
Ishwar Thakur's Health Condition
Ishwar's condition has gradually become more serious. His illness has now affected different parts of his body.
Along with diabetes, he is suffering from kidney problems. His liver function has also been severely affected by an infection.
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Ishwar Thakur Financial Crisis
Jayshree also spoke about the family's financial struggle and said they are finding it difficult to arrange even basic medical expenses. "We urgently need financial help because we don't have the means to continue his treatment."
"We have spent whatever we had on his treatment. We even had to sell our house. My husband and I have been taking care of Ishwar, but now we have reached a stage where we simply do not know what to do next. I feel completely helpless. My mother is also a heart patient and completely dependent on us," she said.
The actor's younger sister recalled how members of the television and entertainment industry had come forward to support Ishwar when news of his health problems first emerged during the COVID-19 period. However, she said the family is once again in urgent need of assistance.
Jayshree spoke to him yesterday. She said he told her that he wanted to fight.
Ishwar was unmarried; she said he wanted to look after his family.
FAQ
1. Who is Ishwar Thakur?
Ishwar Thakur, 54, is known for his comic presence in TV shows like FIR and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!
2. What happened to Ishwar Thakur?
Ishwar Thakur has been hospitalised for the ninth time. His blood level dropped significantly, and he has been unresponsive since yesterday.