Reports Sweep Through Telegram Channel About Sergei Popov’s Hospitalization
A Telegram channel reported that director Sergei Popov was hospitalized following a confrontation in the southern part of the capital. The alert described that Popov sustained a head injury and briefly lost consciousness at the scene, prompting medical personnel to transport him to an intensive care unit for evaluation.
Medical staff issued a preliminary diagnosis of a concussion and indicated that professionals would assess the full extent of the injury in the coming hours. The report stressed that the final determination of severity would depend on ongoing examinations and monitoring of Popov’s condition.
Sergei Popov is a well-known filmmaker whose body of work includes the television series I am going to look for you, and Furtseva, as well as The Legend of Catherine. His filmography also encompasses Mosgaz, its list of projects featuring titles such as Trap, Kungur, and French released in 2004, as well as Road to Berlin from 2015 and A rented house with all inconveniences from 2016, among others.
A few days before these events, reports emerged about another hospitalization involving a member of the Russian acting community. After a performance, 49-year-old actor Nikita Zverev reportedly fainted while entering a store following a staging. The incident added to a recent wave of health-related news within the industry.
In addition, there were reports about Viktor Ryzhakov, a respected figure in Moscow theater circles, noted as a professor at the Moscow Art Theatre and the former artistic director of Sovremennik. The information pointed to ongoing concerns about the health and welfare of prominent stage professionals, underscoring the demanding nature of their careers and the pressures they face in the public eye.
As the situation develops, representatives and colleagues are expected to provide updates from official channels. While the initial Telegram post offers a snapshot of events, it remains essential to await formal medical briefings to confirm diagnoses and prognosis. The theatre community, fans, and industry observers alike are monitoring the situation closely, hoping for clarity and a steady recovery for all involved.