Noted Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah was admitted to Khar Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai on June 29 after a small patch was found in his lungs. He is currently undergoing treatment, his wife Ratna Pathak, also an actor, informed Indian media earlier today.

Shah is one of the most decorated actors of his generation, having been bestowed with the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan by the Government of India.

Starring in over 100 films and bagging three national awards, the veteran actor is also widely known for his extensive work in theatre and running the theatre group, Motley Productions.