Actor-politician Kamal Haasan on Monday underwent a leg surgery at a Chennai hospital and is doing well, his daughters Shruti Haasan and Akshara Haasan said in a statement on Tuesday. Makkal Needhi Maiam chief had, on Sunday, said he would be undergoing a follow-up surgery on his leg.

Shruti and Akshara took to Twitter on Tuesday to update followers on the veteran actor`s health following the surgery, which they said was a success. "We would like to begin by thanking you for your overwhelming support, prayers, and genuine concern regarding our father`s recent medical procedure. We are happy to inform all of you that the surgery was a success," the statement read.