Update:?Poonam Pandey's announcement about her death has turned out to be a stunt. "I feel compelled to share something significant with you all - I am here, alive. Cervical Cancer didn¡¯t claim me...? It has claimed the lives of thousands of women who stemmed from a lack of knowledge on how to tackle this disease. Unlike some other cancers, Cervical Cancer is entirely preventable. The key lies in the HPV vaccine and early detection tests.? We have the means to ensure no one loses their life to this disease. Let¡¯s empower one another with critical awareness and ensure every woman is informed about the steps to take. Visit the link in the bio to delve deeper into what can be done. Together, let¡¯s strive to put an end to the devastating impact of the disease and bring," she wrote on her Instagram profile.?
The shocking news that has sent everyone into disbelief is true. Actress-model Poonam Pandey is no more. The erotica acterss' manager Parul Chawla has reportedly confirmed the same to ANI.?
The news was announced by her team via social media. A post on her official Instagram ID reads, "This morning is a tough one for us. Deeply saddened to inform you that we have lost our beloved Poonam to cervical cancer. Every living form that ever came in contact with her was met with pure love and kindness. In this time of grief, we would request for privacy while we remember her fondly for all that we shared."?
Pooja Bhat
Filmmaker and actress Pooja Bhatt who participated in Bigg Boss OTT season 2 took to Twiter to write, "So tragic to hear about #PoonamPandey I had never met her but when life claims someone so young it is always devastating. My prayers & deepest condolences to her family, friends & everyone whose life she impacted."
Munawar Faruqui
Taking to Instagram, the Bigg Boss 17 winner wrote, "Shocking! can¡¯t process the news Poonam was great human being. Sad. RIP." Munnawar and Poonam were co-contestants on Lock Upp season 1.?
Kangana Ranaut
Poonam Pandey had appeared on Kangana Ranaut hosted?Lock Upp season 1. Expressing shock, the actress wrote, "This is so sad, loosing a younf woman to cancer is a catastrophe. Om Shanti."??
Priya Malik
Former Bigg Boss contestant wrote, "Shocking. May she rest in peace".
Dabboo Ratnani
Photogapher?Dabboo Ratnani posted two joined hands emojis.?
JD Mathejia
Indian actor, producer and director known for his work in?Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, and Khichdi, wrote, "No no no no no no . Omg?R I P Poonam ?Cervical cancer is the 2nd largest cancer threat to the lives of girls n women. This year national budget has a special mention and provision for vaccines.This is supposed to be given to the girls from 9 to14 ?Please spread this awareness to give a right Shraddhanjali to".
Bakhtiyaar Irani
Film actor?Bakhtiyaar Irani wrote, "What? God! RIP my friend."
Sambhavna Seth
Her friend and actress Sambhavna Seth told News 18, "Oh my god! I knew her. We have done Khatron Ke Khiladi together. I met her last year. We actually would keep meeting sometimes socially or at an event. But she never mentioned that she was going through any problems. It¡¯s absolutely unbelievable, I still can¡¯t digest it.?Poonam was so young, hardly 30-32 years old. Life is just so unpredictable. I¡¯m not in Mumbai but how I wish I was there to pay my respects. I would have reached there immediately.¡±
Karan Kundrra
Karan Kundrra told Times Now, "Oh my god! I have no idea about this. How did it happen? It is very sad and heartbreaking news. I just need to call some people now."??
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