‘Sacred Games’ fame Rajshri Deshpande who revealed about her early-stage breast cancer on March 4 in a long note has opened up about her breast cancer diagnosis. The actor recently underwent surgery after being diagnosed with grade 1 breast cancer.
Rajshri chose to share her journey with honesty by posting a series of pictures from the hospital.
‘Breaking down all alone’ at the hospital
In her emotional note, Rajshri recalled the moment she learned about her diagnosis. She described breaking down outside the hospital. It was a moment filled with shock and vulnerability. She wrote, “When I first learned about my breast cancer, I still remember breaking down all alone outside the histopathology report center in the hospital.
No I couldn’t stay strong. I had no strength. Till today, when people ask me how it happened to you… you’re so fit, blah blah … honestly I don’t have an answer.
Pain was not just physical but mental and emotional pain was unbearable. I did crumble many times sometimes alone and sometimes with my friends who held me up at every single step. But there were many days when I rose up and made sure I didn’t give up.”
Finding strength in small moments
Rajshri also spoke about finding strength during difficult days.
She admitted that not every day feels strong. Some days are about simply getting through. She wrote, “There are days I don’t want to have all the strength in the world. I just want to be still, like in Mary Oliver’s poem like the sparrows that sit on my window bougainvillea and stare at the sunrise with me. Can I call getting up with a happy smile an achievement? Then today I did.
I achieved a smile and a hug for myself and thinking about all the people who is with me in this journey, called, messaged and gave me so much love.
Tomorrow I know there will be battles to prepare for, but let today be a day of love. Please.”
Celebrities and fans send support
Many celebrities and fans shared messages of encouragement. One wrote, ” sending lots of love and always praying for you. Big hug.” Kubbra Sait commented, “Stress nahi lene ka!!! Sirf dene ka BRUVVVVV “, Mithila Palkar commented, “Hugs and hugs” A fan commented, “More power to you always, and loads of love”, Shephali Bhatt commented, “You’re awe-inspiring my Rajjo, no other way to put it. Grateful to have been a small witness to how you do life and learn from it.”
A Journey marked by resilience and art
Rajshri Deshpande has gained recognition with ‘Angry Indian Goddesses’. She also appeared in acclaimed projects like Manto and the series Sacred Games. Rajshri was last seen in the Malayalam film ‘Spa’.Disclaimer: This article mentions cancer and personal experiences related to the disease, which readers may find sensitive. The information shared is based on personal accounts or reported events and is for general awareness only. It is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider regarding any questions you have about a medical condition.
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