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Actor's Near-Fatal Stunt: Titanium Screws Replace Bone
12 Jul
Summary
- Actor Prithviraj now has three titanium screws in his left leg.
- A past stunt accident caused a one-year delay in film production.
- Another stunt performer required 37 stitches after an on-set injury.
Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has shared the profound impact of a 2023 stunt accident, which resulted in him needing three titanium screws in his left leg. This complex knee injury necessitated three surgeries, fundamentally altering his approach to action sequences.
The accident led to a year-long stall in the production of a film, causing considerable financial losses and delays for everyone involved. Sukumaran now carries the weight of this responsibility, making him more cautious about high-risk stunts.
Reflecting further on the dangers of action filmmaking, Sukumaran recounted another incident during the filming of 'I, Nobody'. A stunt performer sustained a serious injury requiring 37 stitches. This event reinforced the actor's awareness of the potential for severe harm on set.
Despite these experiences, Prithviraj still finds enjoyment in performing action sequences, crediting stunt coordinator Yannick Ben for designing realistic and impactful choreography. The crime thriller 'I, Nobody,' directed by Nissam Basheer, is currently in theaters.
