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How Sharmila Tagore's Lung Cancer Was Detected at Stage Zero
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News18•13-10-2026, 14:23
How Sharmila Tagore's Lung Cancer Was Detected at Stage Zero
- •Sharmila Tagore first revealed her lung cancer diagnosis in 2023 while appearing on Koffee With Karan.
- •The diagnosis was the reason she missed out on the film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, with Shabana Azmi eventually taking the role.
- •Soha Ali Khan shared on a podcast that her mother's lung cancer was fortunately detected right at stage zero during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- •Despite some advice against it, Sharmila insisted on surgery, which successfully removed the malignant tissue and eliminated the need for chemotherapy.
- •The veteran actress later returned to acting, featuring in projects like Gulmohar and Puratawn.
Key Questions Answered
Sharmila Tagore first revealed her lung cancer diagnosis in 2023 while appearing on the talk show 'Kofi With Karan'.
She did not work in the film because her lung cancer diagnosis and subsequent medical concerns occurred around that time.
Her cancer was detected at stage zero, and she insisted on undergoing surgery to have it completely excised, which meant she did not require chemotherapy.
