Rohit Bal Health Update: Fashion Designer Critical, On Ventilator Support. Suffered Heart Attack In 2010

Rohit Bal health update: Popular Indian fashion designer Rohit Bal has been admitted to Medanta Hospital because of a pre-existing cardiac condition. He is said to be critical. The designer has been put on ventilator support, according to a report in a leading daily.

ROHIT BAL ON LIFE SUPPORT

The 62-year-old was rushed to the hospital last week. His friend confirmed that Rohit Bal's pacemaker gave him seven shocks. He was shifted to Medanta after his health condition deteriorated. He is currently on ventilator support as he is said to be critical.

"Bal was rushed to the hospital by model Suraj Dhalia three days ago. His heart was sinking and he was unconscious. His pacemaker gave seven shocks. He was initially taken to Moolchand and when his condition deteriorated, he was rushed to Medanta," his friend told HT City.

The prominent designer underwent an emergency angioplasty in 2010 when he suffered a heart attack. He is said to be suffering from pancreatitis which has turned worse over the past few years, the report added. The designer went to rehab and hospitals for alleged alcohol abuse and health issues, as per a report in Hindustan Times. His team has not released an official statement about his health.

After a paparazzo shared the news about his ill health, celebrities and fans prayed for the well-being of Rohit Bal in the comments section.

WHO IS ROHIT BAL?

Rohit is a prominent designer, who has been honoured with the 'Designer of the Year' award at the 2006 Indian Fashion Awards. He has also been bestowed with Lakme Grand Finale Designer award. The Pearls India Fashion Awards jury recognized him as the 'Iconic Fashion Designer of the country'.

Leading Bollywood celebrities have turned showstoppers for the shows wearing Rohit Bal's outfits. He boasts of a popular international client base like Pamela Anderson, Cindy Crawford and Uma Thurman.

We wish Rohit Bal a speedy recovery.