Star Wars Actor Riz Ahmed's Shocking Hospitalization Revealed
RIZ AHMED REVEALS SHOCKING HEALTH CRISIS ON SET OF ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY
In a jaw-dropping revelation, British actor Riz Ahmed has spilled the beans on a secret health crisis he faced while filming Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The 42-year-old Hollywood star made the bombshell admission during an episode of Penn Badgley's podcast, Podcrushed.
According to Riz, his body "just gave up" on him during filming, leaving him exhausted and hospitalized for a brief period. He described the experience as "super scary and intense" and revealed that he had to "recreate my strength from scratch." The actor confessed that at one point, he felt like he'd never regain control over his life, sparking a deep sense of grief, fear, and terror.
However, in an astonishing twist, Riz revealed that this health crisis ultimately led him to a profound shift in perspective. He stated, "When you're brought to your knees, you're halfway towards praying." This existential realization made him acutely aware of the preciousness of life and the importance of gratitude.
As he reflected on his experience, Riz said, "I never felt more grateful, more at peace, more content than when I felt like I was going to lose my whole life." He attributed this newfound sense of clarity to a "trippy" awareness that everything in life is a gift. This epiphany had a profound impact on his subsequent work, particularly in the creation of Sound of Metal, where he played a drummer struggling with hearing loss.
Riz's emotional connection to the screenplay was palpable as he revealed, "When I read the script, I was like, 'I know what this is, you know, and I need to tell this story.'" He emphasized that the film allowed him to make sense of his own experiences and emotions. "The story you need finds you at the right time," he said.
This remarkable revelation comes on the heels of Riz's historic Oscar nomination for lead actor in Sound of Metal, where he became the first Muslim performer to receive such recognition. In 2017, he made headlines as the first Muslim actor to win a lead acting Emmy for his performance in The Night Of.
Riz's humility and gratitude shine through in his social media responses, particularly during the Oscar nomination ceremony: "Wow! I'm honored to be nominated by my fellow actors alongside such inspiring performances, and am grateful to the Academy for their support and encouragement."
