The sudden demise of actress-model Poonam Pandey has deeply impacted numerous individuals, causing shock and disbelief among both industry professionals and her fan base. According to reports, she sadly succumbed to cervical cancer at the young age of 32 on the night of Thursday, February 1.
Despite confirmation from her team regarding Poonam’s passing, there was skepticism among certain social media users. Some speculate that her demise might be a strategic marketing tactic aimed at raising awareness about cervical cancer, particularly given her recent vacation in Goa just days before.
Poonam Pandey not dead
And, guess what! They were right! Poonam Pandey is NOT dead. Yes, you read that right! Taking to her social media handle, the Lock Upp star herself confirmed the same in a new video. In contrast to the previous reports, it has been revealed today (February 3) that Poonam is in good health and well-being. As expected, her team was a part of his promotional tactic as Poonam Pandey’s ‘death’ was confirmed by her manager, with her team making an official announcement on Instagram.
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Posting the clip on Instagram today, the actress reassured everyone of her well-being and clarified that her actions were aimed at raising awareness about cervical cancer, a cause that has tragically affected many lives.
Revealing the same, she wrote, “I feel compelled to share something significant with you all – I am here, alive. Cervical Cancer didn’t claim me, but tragically, 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 #DeathToCervicalCancer (sic).”