Kartik Aaryan has reportedly suffered a severe knee injury while shooting an intense action sequence for his upcoming sports drama directed by Kabir Khan. The actor was filming the final stretch of the yet-to-be-titled project in Mumbai when the accident occurred. According to India Today, the injury has brought the production to a temporary halt as Aaryan prepares to undergo surgery.

Kartik Aaryan suffers a severe knee injury

The incident reportedly took place during the final two days of filming, when the team was shooting several important action sequences. Aaryan was immediately taken to Fortis Raheja Hospital in Mahim for medical attention. Reports state that doctors have advised surgery for the knee injury, with the procedure expected to take place on August 20. He will subsequently be required to take a few days of complete rest before resuming work.