New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja was rushed to a hospital in Chennai after complaining about breathlessness. He is 84. Sharing his health update, MGM Hospitals revealed that the veteran's condition is stable.

Cinema Express quoted the hospital's statement: "Mr Bharathiraja, renowned movie director, is presently admitted at MGM HEALTHCARE, Aminjikkarai, following complaints of breathlessness. He is receiving appropriate medical care in the intensive care unit. His clinical condition is stable, and he continues to be under close monitoring by our team of medical experts. With appropriate supports, his vital parameters remain within normal limits. He is responding satisfactorily to the ongoing treatment. Further updates wil...