India, Feb. 18 -- Writer Manoj Santoshi, who has penned many popular television shows, including the screenplay and dialogue of Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, has been hospitalised after his liver cirrhosis worsened.

Actor Kavita Kaushik, who has worked with him in the show FIR, shared a heartfelt Instagram post urging fans to pray for him. "Writer who's made the country laugh for decades.. Is fighting for his life (sic)", she wrote, sharing an old video of Manoj singing at her home.

Kavita tells us, "Manoj has liver cirrhosis, and his state is a bit critical. He is a very big talent - a great writer, a gifted poet and a wonderful person. The team loves him. Bas, duaon ki zaroorat hai as miracles do happen. I believe Ishwar sachche dil se maan...