INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
43-year-old actress revealed on social media on Wednesday
In the lengthy post she shared, Sonali Bendre said about 'taking this battle head on' and also described the diagnosis as 'unexpected.'
"Sometimes, when you least expect it, life throws you a curveball
I have recently been diagnosed with a high grade cancer that has metastised, which we frankly did not see coming," read an excerpt from the
Her colleagues such as Anil Kapoor, Karan Johar Sonam Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan and Riteish Deshmukh wished her of a speedy recovery
"You are a fighter, always have been! Sending you all our love support, Sonali Bendre
Hoping to see you fit and fine super soon," tweeted Anil Kapoor."Godspeed, love and strength to a true fighter and a solid soul," wrote
it, life throws you a curveball
I have recently been diagnosed with a high grade cancer that has metastised, which we frankly did not see coming
A niggling pain led to some tests, which led to this unexpected diagnosis
My family and close friends have rallied around me, providing the best support system that anyone can ask for
I am very blessed and thankful for each of them
There is no better way to tackle this, than to take swift and immediate action
And so, as advised by my doctors, I am currently undergoing a course of treatment in New York
We remain optimistic and I am determined to fight every step of the way
What has helped has been the immense outpouring of love and support I've received over the past few days, for which I am very grateful
I'm taking this battle head on, knowing I have the strength of my family and friends behind me.A post shared by Sonali Bendre
Bendre well on her Instagram post
"Lots of love, Sonali," posted Sonam while Shilpa wrote, "Keep the faith
Sending you loads of positivity and prayers
You will overcome this."Sonali Bendre is married to filmmaker Goldie Behl
The couple are parents to son Ranveer, 13.Sonali Bendre is the star of films such as Sarfarosh, Major Saab, Duplicate and Hum Saath-Saath
She also had a cameo in Shah Rukh Khan's Kal Ho Naa Ho
Sonali Bendre has also featured in several regional films
