Bollywood’s Brightest Stars We Lost to Cancer but Never Forget
Cancer took away some of the brightest stars of Bollywood. From renowned names such as Nargis Dutt and Rajesh Khanna to international stalwarts like Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor, these artists have left timeless legacies that inspire millions even today. Their lives remind us of the fragility of life and the need to create health awareness. Each loss was personal but shared by millions that felt for these icons.
Rishi Kapoor: The Eternal Romantic Hero
Rishi Kapoor, who is popularly known as the chocolate boy of Bollywood, passed away after battling leukemia for two years in April 2020, leaving generations with an imprint on their hearts about his performances and warmth.
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Irrfan Khan: A Global Artistic Soul
Irrfan Khan showed unmatched versatility in acting and earned worldwide recognition with unforgettable roles in Bollywood and Hollywood. He fought a rare neuroendocrine cancer until he died in April 2020.
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Nargis Dutt: A Tragic Farewell
Nargis Dutt's life was cut short by illness in May 1981, with her son at his film debut. Nonetheless, her legacy in cinema and culture lives on.
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Feroz Khan: The Stylish Maverick
Feroz Khan was dying of lung cancer in April 2009, leaving behind an irreplaceable aura among the fans with his swagger and cinematic bravado.
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Vinod Khanna: The Gallant Heartthrob
Vinod Khanna was much loved for his charisma and versatility and lost his life to bladder cancer in 2017, leaving a huge emotional vacuum in Indian cinema.
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Rajesh Khanna: First Superstar’s Farewell
Rajesh Khanna the best loved first superstar of Indian cinema, succumbed to cancer in 2012, thus closing a golden chapter in the emotional saga of Bollywood.
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Simple Kapadia: Quiet Strength
Simple Kapadia quietly held on through three years of cancer treatment before she passed away on the 51st anniversary of her birth in 2009, witnessing to her unacknowledged strength.
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Tom Alter: A Gentleman Ends His Battle
Tom Alter had an illustrious career on both stage and screen, and after battling skin cancer, he passed away in 2017, leaving behind a diverse legacy.
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Aadesh Shrivastava: Music’s Resonant Silence
Aadesh Shrivastava was a renowned composer of memorable Bollywood melodies. He lost his battle against cancer in 2015, and his music still lingers in the hearts of countless.
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Sujata Kumar: Supporting Legend
Sujata Kumar, an actress known for her exceptional supporting performances in films like English Vinglish, whose presence will never be forgotten, and Metastatic cancer claimed the life.
