In Andhra Pradesh, Koteswaramma had an awake brain surgery while watching a Pawan Kalyan movie. The 45-year-old Darsi woman suffered a seizure, and doctors were forced to perform an MRI scan. The results showed a tumor that was stuck in a delicate area of her brain and the result required a highly specialized treatment to protect her health.
At DVC Hospitals in Vadlamudi, Guntur, neurosurgeon Dr. Arun Kumar Padmanabhuni and his team performed an awake craniotomy (a complex surgery in which the patient is conscious). To keep her engaged and responsive during real‑time neurological tests, doctors played the 2025 action thriller OG starring Pawan Kalyan on a laptop. Koteswaramma was a lifeline to the team, communicating commands and keeping her aware during the entire procedure, and surgeons could keep a close eye on her brain function.
Cinema is not new to such surgeries, but this case got attention due to the emotional connection the patient had with the film. She was much calmer and cooperative thanks to watching OG and helped doctors make sure they got the tumor out quickly and effectively. The strategy helped to keep her speech, motor skills and cognitive abilities intact during the delicate operation.
Doctors confirmed that Koteswaramma is recovering well post-surgery. At the same time, she knows that the response during the surgery was critical to avoid complications and will be back to normal with medical care. So the hospital was able to show how medical expertise can be combined with modern patient engagement methods.
The story quickly spread among Pawan Kalyan’s fans who praised the film’s role in giving courage during such a critical moment. Social media platforms were filled with messages that praised both the medical team and the actress’s resilience, turning the incident into a symbol of hope and strength.
The case brings to light how modern medicine can marry cultural touchpoints to ease patient anxiety and improve surgical outcomes too. But for Koteswaramma, watching her favorite star’s film during surgery was more than entertainment—it was a source of courage that helped her overcome one of her toughest challenges in life.
