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India.com
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Vicky Kaushals Father Sham Kaushal Reveals He Thought About Suicide After Cancer Diagnosis: Wanted to Jump From Third Floor
New Delhi: Vicky Kaushal's father and veteran stunt director Sham Kaushal recently opened up about a deeply emotional and vulnerable phase in his life when he had suicidal thoughts following a cancer diagnosis. In a candid conversation on a podcast with Aman Aujla, Sham recalled that during the shoot of the film Lakshya in Ladakh, he suddenly experienced severe stomach pain and was rushed to an army hospital. What was initially thought to be a routine issue turned out to be something far more serious cancer. He shared that after undergoing a three-hour surgery to remove a suspicious growth from his stomach, doctors informed him that the condition was critical, and they weren't sure he would survive. It was after receiving this news that Sham, overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty, had suicidal thoughts. 'They informed me in the evening, and at night, I had this wild thought of jumping from the third floor of the hospital where my room was situated. I didn't make the decision out of weakness, but thought when I have to die anyway, why not now? But I couldn't move due to the pain post-surgery,' Sham said. The veteran action director also revealed that in that moment, he hoped give him just 10 more years to live. 'After that night, something changed. I overcame the fear of death. The next morning, I gained the hope that it's just a matter of a couple of surgeries, and I'll be alright. That incident changed my entire outlook on life and strengthened my willpower.' Sham revealed that over the course of a year, he underwent multiple surgeries and tests but remained strong. Thankfully, the cancer had not spread. He credits that difficult phase for shaping his personal and professional journey. 'I asked God to bless me with 10 more years, and today it's been 22. I met good people, received good work, my kids have done well I grew in life,' he added. Sham Kaushal's Work Front Sham Kaushal is one of India's most respected action directors, with over four decades of experience in both Bollywood and Hollywood. His debut as an action director was in the Malayalam film Indrajaalam (1990). In Bollywood, his work includes critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Gangs of Wasseypur (2012), Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013), PK (2014), Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), Padmaavat (2018), Sanju (2018), and Simmba (2018). He has also worked internationally, notably on the Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire (2008).
News18
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sham Kaushal Recalls Suicidal Thoughts During Cancer Battle: ‘Thought of Jumping From 3rd Floor'
Sham Kaushal battled cancer in 2003, contemplating suicide but overcame his fear through faith and willpower. Action director Sham Kaushal has opened up about a painful chapter from his life — the time he was diagnosed with cancer in 2003. In a recent podcast chat with Aman Aujla, he revealed how the news left him so broken that he considered ending his life. Kaushal, whose filmography spans over 40 years in Bollywood and international cinema, said he was informed of his diagnosis after a surgery in 2003. 'They informed me in the evening, and at night, I had this wild thought of jumping from the third floor of the hospital where my room was situated," he said, recalling the moment he was told his chances of survival were slim. 'I didn't make the decision out of weakness, but thought, when I have to die anyway, why not now? But I couldn't move due to the pain post-surgery." At the time, Kaushal was already an established name in the industry. He had started out as a stuntman before turning independent action director with the 1990 Malayalam film Indrajaalam. Over the years, he went on to design stunts for critically acclaimed films like Gangs of Wasseypur, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Sanju, Tiger Zinda Hai, and the Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire. Reflecting on his lowest point in the hospital, Kaushal shared, 'After the conversation, I overcame the fear of death. The next morning, I gained the hope that it is a matter of a couple of surgeries and I shall be alright." He credited his strong willpower and faith in God for helping him endure the series of surgeries and tests over the following year. 'I had asked God to bless me with 10 more years, but today it has been 22 years. That phase changed my life… I received good work. My kids have been doing well. I grew in life," he added. Sham Kaushal is the father of actors Vicky Kaushal and Sunny Kaushal. Vicky is married to actor Katrina Kaif. First Published: July 20, 2025, 10:29 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
