Saisha Shinde condemns Poonam Pandey’s cervical cancer stunt: “Totally disgusted!” : Bollywood News

Saisha Shinde, who gained prominence as a contestant alongside Poonam Pandey on the reality show Lock Upp, has vehemently criticized the actress for orchestrating a fake death scenario as a publicity stunt under the guise of raising awareness about cervical cancer. The controversy erupted when yesterday Poonam Pandey's social media channels announced her supposed demise due to cervical cancer, sparking outrage and disbelief among her followers and peers alike.

Saisha Shinde condemns Poonam Pandey’s cervical cancer stunt: “Totally disgusted!”

Expressing her profound disappointment, Saisha Shinde condemned Poonam Pandey's actions, labeling them as insensitive and distasteful. In a scathing rebuke, Shinde publicly disassociated herself from Pandey, highlighting the gravity of the issue and the emotional toll it takes on those affected by cancer. "Totally disgusted! I called you my friend! You don't deserve to be my friend! You call this awareness?" Shinde exclaimed, denouncing Pandey's attempt to generate publicity at the expense of exploiting a serious health issue.

Shinde's criticism struck a chord with many, resonating with individuals who have been personally impacted by cancer. Drawing from her own family's experiences, Shinde emphasized the gravity of death and illness, underscoring the irreparable loss and enduring pain faced by those who have lost loved ones to such ailments. "Death is not a joke! Death is not a publicity stunt! It's an actual non-quantifiable FACT! SHAME ON YOU @poonampandeyreal," Shinde asserted, reflecting the sentiments of numerous netizens who condemned Pandey's actions.

In response to the backlash, Saisha Shinde took decisive action by blocking Poonam Pandey across all social media platforms, effectively severing ties with the actress.

Meanwhile, Poonam Pandey defended her actions, stating that she intended to shed light on cervical cancer and promote awareness about its prevention through vaccination. Despite acknowledging the inevitable fallout from her publicity stunt, Pandey remained steadfast in her belief that the ends justified the means, albeit at the cost of alienating friends and fans.

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