In a significant advancement for liver healthcare, renowned Indian filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli inaugurated the Star Liver Institute at Nanakramguda, Hyderabad, on November 23, 2024. This state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to providing advanced liver care and transplantation services under the umbrella of Star Hospitals. During the inauguration, Rajamouli commended the management for establishing a world-class institute aimed at enhancing liver health.

He expressed pride in the initiative, stating, "It is a matter of immense pride that an institute like Star Liver Institute has been established in Hyderabad. The liver is a vital organ of our body, and creating a specialized center with world-class facilities for its care will undoubtedly bring transformative changes in people’s lives." He extended his congratulations to Dr. Ravindranath, Dr. Mettu Srinivas Reddy, and their team for this remarkable achievement.

The Star Liver Institute aims to address rising concerns over liver health due to unhealthy lifestyles and increasing liver-related diseases. It focuses on awareness, early diagnosis, and affordable care, ensuring that high-quality liver treatment is accessible to all, including underprivileged individuals. The facility will offer comprehensive services, including advanced diagnostics, liver transplantation, and multidisciplinary care for chronic liver conditions.

Notable figures from the medical community attended the event, including Dr. Gopichand Mannam (Managing Director of Star Hospitals Group), Dr. Ramesh Gudapati (Joint Managing Director of Star Hospitals), and Dr. K. Ravindranath (Mentor of the Star Liver Institute). They highlighted the institute's commitment to setting new benchmarks in liver healthcare while expressing gratitude to Rajamouli for his support. Dr. Mettu Srinivas Reddy emphasized the importance of liver transplantation as a life-saving procedure and assured that the institute is equipped to provide exceptional outcomes safely and ethically. Dr. K. Ravindranath reflected on the historical context of liver transplantation in India and reiterated the mission of making this critical treatment accessible to all patients in need. The launch of the Star Liver Institute marks a pivotal moment in advancing liver care in Hyderabad and aims to significantly improve patient outcomes across the region.