Kannada film actor Shiva Rajkumar underwent successful surgery in the US on Wednesday for bladder cancer. The actor is currently stable and recovering, his family and doctors confirmed.

An artificial bladder was created using the actor's intestine, and his condition is stable, Dr Murugesh Manoharan said.

"We are pleased to share an update regarding Shiva Rajkumar's recent medical procedure. The surgery, performed earlier today, was successful, and we are glad to report that Shiva Rajkumar is now in stable condition and recovering well (sic)," he said.

His family also said that the "surgery performed earlier on Wednesday was successful and we are glad to report that Shivarajkumar is now in stable condition and recovering well".

The actor is currently under observation to ensure his recovery and well-being, receiving exceptional care from a dedicated team of highly skilled doctors and medical staff, according to a statement from his family.

Before departing for the United States, an emotional Shiva Rajkumar expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming love and support he had received from fans and well-wishers.

Shiva Rajkumar, the eldest son of Kannada matinee idol Rajkumar, is the senior-most among the three actor brothers, Puneeth Rajkumar and Raghavendra Rajkumar. He made his silver screen debut in Srinivasa Kalyana in 1974 and acted in over 125 Kannada films.

Shiva Rajkumar established his mark with iconic films such as Janumada Jodi, Jogi, Anand, Ratha Sapthami, Nammoora Mandara Hoove, Om, and Chigurida Kanasu.