Sharmila Tagore revealed her past battle with cancer during an episode of ‘Koffee With Karan’ season 8. Karan Johar expressed regret about not casting her in a film due to health reasons, to which Sharmila Tagore shared her experience, hoping to work with him in the future. She recently returned to acting in the web film ‘Gulmohar’.
The iconic Indian cinema star, Sharmila Tagore revealed that she battled cancer a few years ago.
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In the recently-dropped new episode of Karan Johar’s ‘Koffee With Karan’ season 8, featuring Bollywood nawab Saif Ali Khan and his mother, veteran actor Sharmila Tagore, the latter shocked the audience with her cancer diagnosis.
It happened with a revelation from the host, filmmaker Karan Johar, who spilt that the veteran was his first choice for the role of Jamini Chatterjee, grandmother of Alia Bhatt’s Rani, in ‘Rocky Aur Rani kii Prem Kahaani’, which was eventually essayed by Shabana Azmi in the title.
Johar said, “I had offered Sharmila ji the part played by Shabana [Azmi] ji in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. She was my very first choice.”
“Due to health reasons at that time, she couldn’t say yes. but it is a regret I have,” he revealed, to which, the ‘Gulmohar’ actor added, “This is at the height of Covid. They hadn’t really grappled with Covid at that time. They didn’t know about the vaccine, we were not vaccinated. You know, [it was] after my cancer. So, they didn’t want me to take that risk.”
She also mentioned having this regret and hopes to work with Johar soon.
How Nawab of Pataudi proposed Sharmila Tagore in Paris: Read to know
Renowned Indian actress Sharmila Tagore recently shared her courageous battle with cancer, shedding light on the difficulties she faced and the strength she drew upon during her journey. In a candid interview, she spoke about her initial shock upon receiving the diagnosis, the impact it had on her life and loved ones, and the empowering mindset she adopted to combat the disease. Tagore’s openness about her experience serves as a source of inspiration to many, underscoring the importance of raising awareness and destigmatizing conversations around cancer. Her story resonates with countless individuals facing similar challenges, offering hope and a testament to the power of resilience. As we extend our support and well-wishes to Sharmila Tagore, her bravery reminds us of the unwavering spirit that lies within us all, igniting a collective determination to stand strong in the face of adversity.
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Sharmila Tagore, the iconic Indian cinema star, recently disclosed her battle with cancer. In a new episode of ‘Koffee With Karan’ season 8, hosted by Karan Johar and featuring Bollywood nawab Saif Ali Khan and his mother, Sharmila Tagore, she revealed her cancer diagnosis. Johar expressed regret for not casting her in a film due to her health reasons at the time. Tagore mentioned her desire to work with Johar in the future. She made a comeback to acting after a 13-year sabbatical with the web film ‘Gulmohar’. Additionally, an article details the romantic proposal by the Nawab of Pataudi to Sharmila Tagore in Paris.
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