The 61-year-old actor is said to have lost consciousness following a brief spell of disorientation

Veteran Bollywood actor Govinda was admitted to CritiCare Hospital in Juhu early on Wednesday after reportedly collapsing at his Mumbai residence. The 61-year-old actor is said to have lost consciousness following a brief spell of disorientation.

Confirming the development, Govinda's friend and legal advisor Lalit Bindal told NDTV that the actor initially received medication after a telephonic consultation with a doctor but was later rushed to hospital for emergency care around 1 a.m.

"He was given medicine after consulting a doctor and was admitted to the hospital in emergency at 1 a.m.," Bindal said, adding that the actor has undergone several tests and is awaiting results.