Rishi Kapoor has been on a long leave since September 2018 and if reports are to believe, he is undergoing treatment for cancer in the US. The actor is currently in New York with wife Neetu Kapoor where he is being treated for the same. Though Ranbir Kapoor frequently visits his family, the actor hasn't returned to India since his departure. While he was always mum about his illness and refused to divulge any details about his treatment, he finally decided to open up about his improving condition. In his conversation with Bollywood Hungama, Rishi Kapoor reveals his treatment is on and he'll hopefully recover very soon. Vicky Kaushal-Yami Gautam's Uri: The Surgical Strike Gets Reviewed by Rishi Kapoor and Here's What The Actor Has To Say.

When asked about his illness, the Mulk actor responded by saying, "My treatment is on, hopefully, I will recover soon and God willing I will return. The procedure is long and tedious and one needs immense patience which unfortunately is not one of my virtue." When asked about his professional life and if he misses coming in front of the camera, the veteran actor added, "Thankfully, I am not thinking about films anymore, just want to be blank and refresh myself with a more relaxed mind. This break shall be therapeutic for me." Frame It! Ranbir Kapoor and Rishi Kapoor Pose for a Picture With Hollywood Icon Robert De Niro.

Earlier Neetu Kapoor in one of his Instagram posts had hinted about Rishi Kapoor's cancer treatment. She wrote, Happy 2019 🎈 no resolutions only wishes this year !!! Less pollution traffic!! Hope in future cancer is only a zodiac sign !!! No hatred less poverty loads of love togetherness happiness n most imp. Good health. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him shine on the big screen very soon.

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