Sharmila Tagore Reveals Malignant Tumour After Surgery
· Entertainment · Indian Express, Times of India
Actor Sharmila Tagore was diagnosed with stage-zero lung cancer in 2023, which was successfully removed through surgery. Her daughter, Soha Ali Khan, revealed that while the cancer was initially diagnosed at an early stage, the surgery confirmed it was a malignant tumour. Sharmila insisted on the procedure despite some medical advice suggesting it might be unnecessary. She did not require chemotherapy and has since returned to her film career, appearing in projects like Gulmohur and Puratawn.
Why it matters
The actor's experience highlights the importance of early detection and proactive medical decisions in managing cancer diagnoses.
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