Tejasswi Prakash On Dipika Kakar's Cancer Battle: ‘I'm Worried For Her'
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Tejasswi shared that she had personally reached out to Dipika after hearing about her diagnosis.
Tejasswi Prakash and Dipika Kakar formed a close bond during their stint on the reality show Celebrity MasterChef. However, their journey was cut short when Dipika had to exit the show due to a hand injury. In a recent and heartbreaking update, Dipika revealed that she has been diagnosed with stage 2 liver cancer. The news sparked an overwhelming wave of love, prayers, and support across social media.
Joining in the voices of support was Tejasswi Prakash, who recently addressed Dipika's health condition during an interaction with One100newsmedia at a public event. Tejasswi shared that she had personally reached out to Dipika after hearing about her diagnosis and recalled the emotional conversation they had.
'I did message her. I did ask her. Even before it came out in the news, she told me that it's malignant. Obviously, she sounded worried, and I'm worried for her also. She has gone into surgery today. I don't want to keep bothering her as much as I want to kind of reach out to her," Tejasswi said, clearly emotional as she spoke about her friend's condition. She also mentioned that while she is eager to connect with Dipika, she is waiting for the right moment to speak to her directly over a phone call, once Dipika is more comfortable.
Dipika Kakar had first revealed her diagnosis on May 27 via her social media platforms. She informed her followers that a tumour had been discovered in the left lobe of her liver and that it was confirmed to be cancerous. Following her disclosure, the television community and her fans rallied in support, offering prayers and wishes for her swift recovery.
Dipika's husband, actor Shoaib Ibrahim, has been actively keeping fans informed throughout this challenging time. On June 2, he shared that Dipika was scheduled to undergo surgery on June 3. A day later, on June 4, Shoaib updated followers, stating that the surgery had been successfully completed after a gruelling 14-hour operation. While he mentioned that Dipika was in considerable pain post-surgery and currently recovering in the ICU, he reassured everyone that the procedure had gone well. Since then, fans have been awaiting further updates on her recovery process.
Meanwhile, Tejasswi Prakash continues to stay active in her professional life and remains a beloved figure in the entertainment world. Having made a mark in both scripted dramas and reality shows, her presence on Celebrity MasterChef was highly appreciated by fans. Despite her own busy schedule, she has taken the time to show support for Dipika, highlighting the deep bond they share beyond the screen.
As Dipika continues her recovery journey, the television fraternity and her admirers remain hopeful for her improved health. Her openness and strength have inspired many, and her well-wishers, including Tejasswi, continue to rally behind her during this difficult time.
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