Hyderabad, Aug. 1 -- Action sequences, high-energy dance numbers and physically demanding roles often come with risks, and 2026 has been a particularly challenging year for several Telugu film stars. From minor fractures to surgeries and lengthy rehabilitation, many actors have suffered injuries while filming or undergone medical procedures for existing conditions. Here's a look at some of the biggest health setbacks Tollywood stars have faced this year.

Tollywood stars battling injuries in 2026

Rashmika Mandanna

Rashmika Mandanna is the latest actor to suffer a major injury while filming. The actress reportedly sustained a complete tendon detachment in her hip while shooting an intense dance sequence for her upcoming films Ranabaali a...