Indian celebrities who had to battle serious illnesses
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01/11These Indian celebrities went through some tough times
To us, celebrities look like people who might be immortal. But illness and death come for everyone. Celebrities have entertained us on-screen and off-screen but the problems they have to go through are often unknown to the common public. On-screen we have celebrities who have to play heroes but in real life being a hero is very difficult. Although these celebrities do everything they can to stay fit and healthy, sometimes luck is not in one's favour. Here is a list of Indian celebrities who had to battle serious illnesses.
02/11Irrfan Khan
Irrfan Khan is one of the greatest Bollywood actors out there. The actor has impressed us on the silver screen for quite a few years. Recently it was reported that the actor had been diagnosed with jaundice. But now, as per latest news, it is being reported that Irrfan has been diagnosed with a rare disease. The actor had taken to his Twitter account to confirm the same, while at the same time also stating that he was trying to battle it out as best as he can. Well, we can only hope for a speedy recovery for the actor.
03/11Manisha Koirala
Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala was undoubtedly a Queen back in her day. Her stellar acting skills had left everyone impressed. On 29th November 2012, it was reported that the actress had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She then underwent surgery for the same on 10th December. Luckily for her, the surgery was a success. The actress battled one of the most serious illnesses known to man and emerged a hero on top. Since then Manisha has been cancer free.
04/11Yuvraj Singh
Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh certainly has a huge fan following owing to his stellar sports skills. In 2011, the cricketer was playing for the World Cup where he won the Player of the Tournament award. But unfortunately, he also had bouts of blood vomiting, nausea and breathing issues. After the tournament, he was diagnosed with a cancerous tumour in his left lung (stage 1) and underwent chemotherapy in the USA. Luckily for him, he recovered and then returned to India in March 2012. Yuvraj was even a part of a cricket tournament in 2012.
05/11Amitabh Bachchan
Bollywood's megastar Amitabh Bachchan was in a serious accident while shooting an action scene for Coolie in July, 1982. He had lost a lot of blood and the impact had apparently ruptured his spleen. In fact, he was even pronounced clinically dead, but he managed to recover from the accident completely. Later on, in 1984, he was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, a disease which makes one physically and mentally weak. His state of mind and body left him in depression. But being the megastar that he is, he overcame the odds and is still working in Bollywood like a boss.
06/11Saif Ali Khan
Saif Ali Khan is yet another Indian celebrity who had to overcome a major struggle with illness. In 2007, the actor complained of chest pain and was then rushed to Lilavati Hospital in Bandra. Once there, doctors confirmed that he had suffered a minor heart attack. Heart troubles are genetic in Saif's family but little did he know he would suddenly have to suffer because of it. But the actor owned the situation completely and recovered from the trauma. Today he's still hale and hearty.
07/11Hrithik Roshan
Hrithik Roshan is known as one of the most energetic and optimistic actors in the Bollywood film industry. His stint with near death is proof of this. In 2013 it was revealed that the actor had a brain clot. He then had to undergo surgery for the same and was treated on July 7th. A month later, at the launch of his film, Hrithik said, "I am absolutely fantastic. Even with the hole in my brain, my spirit is intact." Now that proves what a positive spirit he has.
08/11Anurag Basu
Anurag Basu is quite the acclaimed filmmaker in Bollywood. He almost didn't get to make his blockbuster hit film 'Barfi'. Anurag was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia which is a type of blood cancer. In 2004, the doctors told him that there was only a 50 percent chance of survival for him. But he didn't let that bring him down and wrote scripts for 'Life In A Metro' and 'Gangster' during the treatment for his cancer. Since then Anurag has recovered and has soldiered on.
09/11Mumtaz
Mumtaz was undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and talented actresses in Bollywood in her time. In 2002 at the age of 54, the veteran actress was diagnosed with breast cancer. But Mumtaz is not one to give up easily. She had to undergo 6 chemotherapy sessions and 35 radiation sessions but she still managed to hold on. She was then quoted saying, "I don't give up easily. Even death will have to fight me." Post that the actress followed a strict diet and regime and got back in shape.
10/11Jagjit Singh
Jagjit Singh was an iconic Indian Ghazal singer, composer and musician and was known as the 'Ghazal King' of Bollywood. Jagjit toured the UK in 2011 and was due to perform with Ghulam Ali in Mumbai but suffered a brain hemorrhage on 23 September 2011. He was in a coma for over two weeks and died on 10 October at Lilavati Hospital, in Mumbai. Unfortunately, this iconic celebrity could not manage to win his battle. His death came as a major loss to the industry, his friends and his family.
