Sections of media have reported that veteran actor and former politician Krishnam Raju has not been keeping well and has been admitted to a hospital over a serious health complaint.

Following the reports, Krishnam Raju today issued a statement saying that he was to Care Hospital in Hyderabad for a regular health check-up and for pneumonia treatment. "Some scribes spotted me there and have written whatever they like without having the courtesy to check with my family. I am doing fine and will be discharged from the hospital soon after the check-up," he said.

"I am having difficulty in answering anxious queries from my fans. My gratitude to all those who have been concerned about me," he added.