Veteran actor Puneet Issar has made shocking revelations about the 1982 Coolie accident, where Amitabh Bachchan suffered a life-threatening injury on set. In a recent interview, Issar claimed that doctor’s negligence nearly cost Bachchan his life, and shared how a crucial fight scene went terribly wrong.
💥 What Happened During the ‘Coolie’ Fight Scene?
Puneet Issar and Amitabh Bachchan were shooting an intense action sequence for Coolie when an unexpected timing mismatch occurred. Bachchan was performing a stunt where he had to fall on a table after Issar’s punch.
Issar revealed:
“He told me to hit him. But the timing went off by a fraction. He fell awkwardly, and his intestine ruptured.”
The injury led to massive internal bleeding, requiring emergency surgery. Bachchan was clinically dead for several minutes, and the country held its breath during his recovery.
⚠️ Allegations of Medical Negligence
Issar shockingly added that Amitabh’s condition worsened due to initial medical missteps. According to him:
Doctors reportedly underestimated the internal damage
A delay in the correct diagnosis led to further complications
Fans gathered in thousands outside Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital as Big B fought for his life for weeks.
🗣️ Amitabh’s Remarkable Willpower
Despite the trauma, Issar remembers Bachchan being calm.
“Even in that moment, he told me, ‘Just hit me properly. Let the scene look real.’ That was his dedication.”
The incident forged a lifelong bond between the two, although Issar faced backlash at the time.
📌 FAQs
Q1. What exactly happened to Amitabh Bachchan in the Coolie accident?
A: He suffered a ruptured intestine after a fight scene went wrong, requiring life-saving surgery.
Q2. Who was involved in the scene?
A: The action sequence was between Amitabh Bachchan and Puneet Issar.
Q3. Why is the doctor being blamed now?
A: Puneet Issar has alleged that initial medical negligence delayed proper treatment, worsening Bachchan’s condition.
Q4. Did the accident impact Amitabh’s career?
A: While he made a full recovery, the accident became a turning point, deepening the nation's affection for him.
Q5. Was Puneet Issar held responsible?
A: Though cleared of blame later, Issar faced public criticism and professional setbacks for years.
published on 2nd july
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