Celebrities who bravely battled cancer: Angelina Jolie, Sonali Bendre, Yuvraj Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Kirron Kher and more

Here are all the popular celebrities who have bravely battled cancer, showing incredible strength and inspiring others with their resilience. Check pics inside.

Published on: Jun 29, 2024 9:51 AM IST

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Many celebrities have faced the daunting challenge of cancer and shown incredible strength and resilience in their battles. From Angelina Jolie and Sonali Bendre to Yuvraj Singh, here are some famous faces who have bravely battled cancer.

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After being detected with a complex cancer gene, actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie underwent a mastectomy, leaving her with a significant scar on her breast. Rather than hiding it and letting it impact her career, she chose to write about her experience to inspire others and raise cancer awareness. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP, File)

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In July 2018, Sonali Bendre revealed on Twitter that her cancer had returned in an aggressive metastatic form, with only a 30% survival chance. Despite this, she faced treatment with immense strength and a positive attitude, showcasing her unwavering spirit. (Instagram)

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Cricketer Yuvraj Singh faced a rare form of lung cancer, mediastinal seminoma. He underwent treatment in the US, enduring several chemotherapy sessions. In March 2012, after his final round of treatment, Singh was discharged, marking a significant victory in his battle against cancer. (Getty Images)

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Sanjay Dutt faced a health scare in 2020 when he was diagnosed with lung cancer. Undeterred, he underwent treatment at a Mumbai hospital. The following year, Sanjay announced that he had emerged victorious in his battle against cancer and was cancer-free in 2021. (HT photo)

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In 2018, Tahira Kashyap was diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer and underwent a mastectomy. Known for her resilience and openness, she bravely shared her experience with the public, becoming an advocate for breast cancer awareness and early detection. (HT photo)

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Veteran actress Kirron Kher was diagnosed with multiple myeloma and breast cancer in 2019. After undergoing a mastectomy, she has successfully overcome these health challenges and is now cancer-free. (HT photo)

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Manisha Koirala, renowned for her impressive roles in Indian cinema, successfully battled ovarian cancer. (HT photo)

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In 2009, Lisa Ray was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer affecting plasma cells. Despite the severity of the diagnosis, she faced her battle with remarkable resilience and determination. (HT photo)

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Rakesh Roshan battled early-stage squamous cell carcinoma of the throat, a type of cancer marked by uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the throat lining. (HT photo)