Actor Rakul Preet Singh recently spoke about one of the most difficult periods of her life during an appearance with her husband Jackky Bhagnani on the talk show Double Date, hosted by Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi. The actress revealed that a workout mistake resulted in a severe lower back injury that forced her to remain on bed rest for more than a month.

Rakul Preet Singh Suffers Slip Disc After 80 Kg Deadlift

Rakul shared that the injury happened when she attempted an 80 kg deadlift without wearing a safety belt. According to the actress, she usually never performs the exercise without proper support, but decided to do so that day.

“No matter what your trainer tells you, deadlift is the worst exercise to do. It’s an ego lift.” She explained that skipping the safety belt proved costly. “That one mistake caused me a slip disc and 40 days of bed rest,” she said.

Injury Affected Rakul Physically and Mentally

The actress said the recovery process was not only physically painful but also emotionally challenging. Used to leading an active and independent lifestyle, she found it difficult to suddenly depend on others for daily activities.

“It was not only a physical injury, it was affecting me mentally too. It was a mental mess up because I was going through a physical turmoil,” she shared. She further explained how the sudden loss of mobility affected her mindset. “Suddenly, I was not able to do anything, and that really triggers you.”

Jackky Bhagnani Supported Rakul During Recovery

Rakul credited Jackky Bhagnani for standing by her throughout the difficult recovery period. She said having support from a partner made a significant difference while dealing with the injury. “It’s very important that your partner supports you at that point, and that was Jackky’s biggest contribution when I was injured. He was there for me,” she said. The injury reportedly caused severe pain, restricted movement and nerve-related complications, forcing her to take complete rest before gradually returning to work.

Rakul Highlights Importance of Workout Safety

Looking back, Rakul said the experience taught her the importance of following safety measures during workouts. Her story serves as a reminder that even experienced fitness enthusiasts can suffer serious injuries if proper precautions are ignored.

Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani Married in 2024

Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani got married on February 21, 2024, in Goa. The couple celebrated their wedding through both Anand Karaj and Sindhi ceremonies in the presence of family members and close friends. They had been in a relationship since around 2021 before tying the knot.