Vivek Oberoi's Trainer Reveals Accident, Not Depression, Behind Career Shift
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News18•19-01-2026, 18:06
Vivek Oberoi's Trainer Reveals Accident, Not Depression, Behind Career Shift
- •Vinod Channa, Vivek Oberoi's former trainer, revealed a severe accident was a major reason for the actor's reduced film work.
- •Channa clarified that while many assumed depression, injuries from the accident played a significant role in his career pivot.
- •Vivek sustained multiple fractures during the filming of Yuva (2004), requiring surgery and an 18-inch titanium rod in his leg.
- •Despite the injury, Vivek made a full recovery under Dr. Ali Irani's supervision at Nanavati Hospital and continued to perform in action films.
- •The actor also recalled a near-fatal accident during the 2002 film Road, where rods from a camel cart pierced his windshield, narrowly missing him.
Why It Matters: Vivek Oberoi's career shift was significantly influenced by a severe accident and injuries, not just depression.
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