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Rare pictures of Rajnikanth from Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth with the staff of Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore
Superstar Rajnikanth has recovered from his illness and was discharged from Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore, on June 15.

Before he was  discharged, Rajnikanth spend a few moments with the hospital's staff and clicked pictures with them.

A fan has now put up some of these rare pictures on a social networking site.

We bring you these pictures in good faith. 

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth leaves the hospital with wife Latha

The 61-year-old actor was admitted into Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore hospital on May 28.

Earlier, he was being treated at the Sri Ramchandra Medical Centre in Chennai.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth poses with his fans
After he was discharged from Mount Elizabeth, Rajnikanth's son-in-law and National Award winning actor Dhanush tweeted. 'Superstar discharged from hospital. He has recovered completely and taking rest.'

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth with the nurses at the hospital
Amitabh Bacchan, another superstar who had faced some serious health issues, is said to have suggested the hospital to Rajnikanth.

In one of his interviews, he said, 'I've been talking to Rajini and his wife Latha on his condition and on his welfare regularly. Latha wanted to take him out and asked me to recommend a destination. Of the many options that came up, I suggested Singapore.'

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth with the hospital staff

How it all started: 

Rajnikanth first fell ill on the first day of the shoot for his latest film, Rana. Bollywood hottie Deepika Padukone plays his love interest.

He was admitted to St Isabel Hospital, Chennai, on April 29 after a bout of vomiting. He was discharged the same evening.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth with the hospital staff
On May 5, he suffered from fever and breathing problems. This time, he was admitted into the ICU at St Isabel hospital. He was diganosed as suffering from allergic bronchitis and fever.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth with the hospital staff
On May 13, Rajnikanth was shifted to the Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre. He was suffering from fever and fluid retention, following acute gastro-intestinal and respiratory problems.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth chats with his fans
He was discharged from the Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre on May 28 and flown to Singapore, where he was admitted into Mount Elizabeth Hospital.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth chats with his fans
These are some of the rare pictures of the actor at hospital. These pictures are witness to the fact that the superstar has recovered completely.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth walks out of the hospital
Rajnikanth, who is on the path to complete recovery, is expected to start shooting for Rana soon.

PIX: Rare pictures of Rajnikanth at Singapore hospital

Last updated on: July 22, 2011 19:50 IST
Rajnikanth chats with his fans
Rana is produced by Rajnikanth's daughter, Soundarya.