For someone who has always made fitness a priority, Rakul Preet Singh never imagined that a regular gym session would leave her unable to move freely for weeks. The actress recently revisited the painful chapter while appearing with her husband Jackky Bhagnani. Neha Dhupia and Angad BediThe ‘Double Date’ conference.During Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi’s Double Date chat show, a split-second decision by Rakul during a workout resulted in a serious back injury and a lengthy recovery process.The actor revealed that the injury occurred while trying to deadlift 80 kilos. Although he normally followed all safety precautions, he decided to skip a crucial step that day. Reflecting on the incident, Rakul said, “No matter what your coach tells you, the deadlift is the worst exercise to do. It’s an ego boost.”He explained that he usually did the exercise wearing a support belt, but decided not to use it this time. “That mistake caused me to slip my disc and take 40 days off,” he said.Although the injury brought a lot of discomfort, Rakul admitted that dealing with the emotional impact was also difficult. Accustomed to a busy lifestyle, constant work commitments and regular workouts, the actor found it frustrating to suddenly depend on others for daily tasks.“Not only was it a physical injury, but it was affecting me mentally as well. It was mental turmoil because I was going through physical turmoil,” he shared. He also explained that losing his independence was one of the biggest challenges during his recovery. “All of a sudden, I couldn’t do anything, and that really affects you.”
Jackky Bhagnani became his greatest strength
Rakul also spoke about the role played by Jackky Bhagnani during those difficult weeks. According to the actress, her support made a big difference during her recovery. “It’s very important that your partner supports you at that point, and that was Jackky’s biggest contribution when I got injured. He was there for me,” she said. His constant presence helped her navigate through a time that tested her both physically and emotionally.Reports suggest that the injury led to severe pain, limited movement and nerve-related complications. Despite the discomfort, Rakul initially continued to fulfill her professional commitments and only slowed down when doctors recommended complete rest. The actress eventually spent several weeks recovering before gradually returning to her normal routine.
A lesson in listening to your body by Rakul Preet Singh
In retrospect, Rakul’s experience serves as a reminder about fitness safety and the importance of not skimping on precautions, no matter what your experience. His appearance on ‘Double Date’ offers insight into not only the injury, but the resilience, patience and support system that helped him overcome one of the toughest phases of his life.
