Actress Sonali Bendre opens up on her fight against cancer

MUMBAI: Indian actress Sonali Bendre has said that her cancer might not have progressed to an advanced stage had it been diagnosed earlier, highlighting the critical importance of timely detection.

In a recent interview, Bendre opened up about her 2018 diagnosis with Metastatic Cancer and her treatment journey, revealing that one of the biggest challenges she faced was the lack of open discussion about the disease in society.

She shared that after being diagnosed with stage IV cancer, she underwent extensive treatment in New York, including chemotherapy and surgery.

The actress noted that an earlier diagnosis could have significantly reduced the severity of her experience.

Bendre emphasized that, in the past, cancer was often considered a taboo subject, with people hesitant to even mention it openly.

However, she acknowledged that awareness around the disease has improved in recent years.

She stressed that if detected at an early stage, cancer is treatable and should not be viewed as a death sentence. She urged the public to prioritize regular medical check-ups and early screening, noting that timely diagnosis can save countless lives.