Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor admitted to hospital in Mumbai after being taken unwell

Update at 9:40 am on Thursday: Rishi Kapoor has passed away. the news was first announced by Amitabh Bachchan in a tweet. It has since been confirmed by Rishi Kapoor's team.

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor has been admitted to HN Reliance hospital in Mumbai late on Wednesday evening after being taken unwell. 

A statement by his PR team states that wife Neetu Kapoor is by his side: “He’s not well and so he’s hospitalised. His wife Neetu Kapoor is by his side.” 

He is reported to be in the ICU; another statement is expected to be issued soon. 

This story will be updated with further details.