Rishi Kapoor's absence at his mom Krishna Raj Kapoor's funeral held on Monday sparked rumours that he is suffering from advanced stage cancer, since he is in US for some medical treatment.

Last week, Rishi informed his fans that he is going to US for his health and some treatment. The 66-year-old actor urged his fans not to speculate or unnecessarily worry. However, despite his request, rumors are rife that the actor is suffering from cancer.

Reacting to all the rumours, his brother Randhir Kapoor told Times of India that even Rishi does not know yet what his ailment is, so for people to speculate that he has cancer is unfair. “Rishi himself doesn’t know what he is suffering from. He hasn’t even started undergoing tests there. How can people speculate that he has cancer and that too, one that has escalated to an advanced stage,” he said.

Randhir further added, “Let him undergo tests peacefully; whatever the results, we will let everyone know. He only reached America two-three days ago and so far, he was being prepared for the tests that he has to undergo".

"Depending on what the results are, his line of treatment, medication and other modalities will be decided upon,” Randhir said, putting an end to the rumors. Rishi is currently in US, accompanied by his wife Neetu Kapoor and son Ranbir Kapoor.