Several well-known personalities in the entertainment industry have bravely fought against cancer, emerging stronger and inspiring millions. From Sanjay Dutt’s battle with lung cancer to Manisha Koirala’s triumph over ovarian cancer, these individuals have shown incredible resilience. Here’s a look at some of their inspiring journeys on World Cancer Day 2025.

Sanjay Dutt

In August 2020, Sanjay Dutt was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer.

Manisha Koirala

The actress battled stage four ovarian cancer in 2012 and, after receiving treatment at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, was declared cancer-free in 2013.

Tahir Kashyap

In 2018, author and director Tahir Kashyap was diagnosed with DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ) in her right breast, featuring high-grade malignant cells. After successful treatment, she was declared cancer-free.

Sonali Bendre

Actress Sonali Bendre was diagnosed with stage four metastatic cancer in July 2018. Following treatment in New York City, she was cancer-free by 2021.

Mahima Chaudhry

Actress Mahima Chaudhry is also a courageous breast cancer survivor.