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Vishal’s On‑Set Accident Pauses ‘Purushan’ Shoot in Goa

By Screen Entry Desk · 18 September 2026

Vishal’s On‑Set Accident Pauses ‘Purushan’ Shoot in Goa

Actor Vishal sustained a minor injury while filming an action sequence for his upcoming Tamil project ‘Purushan’ in Goa. The mishap forced the crew to call off the day’s schedule, and the star is now recuperating.

Vishal, who is gearing up for the release of the Tamil thriller ‘Purushan’, was in the midst of a high‑octane stunt in Goa on Thursday when he slipped and hurt himself. Sources close to the set say the injury was superficial – a sprain to his ankle – but it was enough to halt production for the remainder of the day.

The director and production team immediately paused the shoot, prioritising the actor’s health and safety. A medical team attended to Vishal on location, and after a brief assessment he was advised to rest and avoid strenuous activity for a few days.

While the setback has delayed the filming schedule, the crew remains confident about meeting the overall timeline. The incident underscores the physical demands placed on actors during action‑heavy projects and highlights the importance of on‑set safety protocols.

Fans of Vishal can expect the star to return to the set once he’s fully recovered, with the next shooting block slated to resume later this week. The makers have assured that the delay will not affect the planned release window for ‘Purushan’.