In a recent update, actress Girija Oak, known for her role in the Bollywood blockbuster Jawan and numerous Marathi films and television series, has unfortunately suffered a leg fracture. The actress shared the news with her fans through a social media post, including pictures from the hospital. The post was captioned "Life Lately," and it quickly garnered attention and concern from her followers, colleagues, and the media.
Girija Oak is a well-known face in the Marathi entertainment industry and has also made her mark in Hindi cinema. She is the daughter of veteran Marathi actor Girish Oak. Girija has been actively working in the industry since her debut at the age of 15 and has appeared in various Marathi movies such as Goshta Choti Dongraevadhi, Gulmohar, Manini, and Adgule Madgule. Her first leading role in Marathi television was in Zee Marathi's Lajja. She is also known for her roles in Taare Zameen Par (2007), Shor in the City (2010), Qala (2022) and the web series Ladies Special Season 2 (2018).
The actress is married to Suhrud Godbole, and they have a child together. According to the shared images, her husband and mother are with her at the hospital. News reports suggest that she will need to rest at home for a few days following the injury.
Details surrounding the cause of the fracture have not yet been disclosed. However, the actress's social media post indicates that she is in good spirits despite the setback. Many of her industry friends and fans have expressed their support and wished her a speedy recovery in the comments section of her post. Actresses Spruha Joshi, Amruta Khanvilkar, Sukanya Mone and Praydnya Chavand along with actors Swwapnil Joshi, Sarang Sathaye, Suvrat Joshi, and Abhijit Khandkekar are among those who wished her well. Praytana Behere also commented, sharing that she is also going through the same ordeal as she recently had knee surgery.
Girija's recent role in Jawan, where she starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan, has further elevated her popularity. In Jawan, she acted in several action scenes. In an earlier interview, Girija shared her experiences filming Jawan, mentioning the minor injuries she and her co-stars sustained during the action sequences. She recalled, "Action scenes involve a lot of physical work. Sometimes, we would get bruises from the equipment or fall during a take."
The actress has also spoken about her admiration for Shah Rukh Khan's professionalism and dedication to his craft. She recounted attending a party at his residence, Mannat, and praised the Khan family for being warm and welcoming. She also noted Shah Rukh Khan's attention to detail during filming, highlighting his ability to remember scene continuity.
Girija's career extends beyond acting; she is also an entrepreneur. Her work in the Hindi film Qala (2022) was praised, adding another feather to her cap.
As Girija Oak focuses on her recovery, her fans and well-wishers are sending her positive vibes and hoping to see her back on screen soon. The actress's resilience and positive attitude will surely aid her in overcoming this hurdle and returning to entertain her audience.
