Actor-model Poonam Pandey, whose manager claimed that she was dead on Friday, shocked netizens as she shared a video on Instagram announcing that she is alive. “I’m alive. I didn’t die of cervical cancer.”
Sharing the video on Instagram, Pandey wrote on Instagram, “I feel compelled to share something significant with you all – I am here, alive. Cervical Cancer didn’t claim me, but tragically, it has claimed the lives of thousands of women who stemmed from a lack of knowledge on how to tackle this disease. Unlike some other cancers, Cervical Cancer is entirely preventable.”
She added, “The key lies in the HPV vaccine and early detection tests. We have the means to ensure no one loses their life to this disease. Let’s empower one another with critical awareness and ensure every woman is informed about the steps to take. Visit the link in the bio to delve deeper into what can be done. Together, let’s strive to put an end to the devastating impact of the disease and bring #DeathToCervicalCancer.”
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As she shared the video, several Instagram users called out her way of spreading awareness. One of them commented, “WORST PUBLICITY STUNT EVER!”. Another added, “Not a good marketing you and marketing company.”
In another video, the actor-model said, “I am sorry to those whom I’ve hurt. My intention to shock everyone into the conversation that we are not talking enough about, which is cervical cancer. Yes, I faked my demise, extreme, I know, but suddenly all of us are talking about cervical cancer, aren’t we?”
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On Friday, though Poonam Pandey’s manager had confirmed her death, many were skeptical about her passing away. The statement on her Instagram account read, “This morning is a tough one for us. Deeply saddened to inform you that we have lost our beloved Poonam to cervical cancer. Every living form that ever came in contact with her was met with pure love and kindness. In this time of grief, we would request for privacy while we remember her fondly for all that we shared.”
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