Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7: Author and filmmaker Tahira Kashyap, who made her directorial debut with Sharmajee Ki Beti, has revealed that her breast cancer has returned after seven years. Sharing a heartfelt post on Instagram, she expressed resilience and urged everyone to prioritise regular health screenings.
“Seven year itch or the power of regular screening—it’s a perspective I’d like to go with the latter and suggest the same for everyone who needs to get regular mammograms. Round 2 for me… I still got this,” she wrote.
In true Tahira fashion, she added a note of optimism and humour:
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. When life becomes too generous and throws them again at you, you squeeze them calmly into your favourite kala khatta drink and sip it with all the good intentions.”
She signed off with a powerful message:
“#regularscreening #mammogram not shying away from saying it #breastcancer #onemoretime #letsgo. Ironically or not, today is #WorldHealthDay. Let’s do whatever we can in our capacity to take care of ourselves. #gratitude through and through.”
Tahira was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, and has since been a vocal advocate for cancer awareness. Just last month, she shared an inspiring photo of herself with a shaved head—a symbol of her ongoing chemotherapy journey.
On World Cancer Day, Tahira had praised healthcare initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and PMJAY for their role in making cancer treatment accessible:
“Cancer is a journey that tests your strength, resilience, and faith. Early diagnosis and affordable treatment are key. Thanks to such government schemes, millions can now hope for a better future.”
Tahira is married to actor Ayushmann Khurrana, and the couple are parents to a son and daughter.
Her film Sharmajee Ki Beti, which highlights the dreams and struggles of middle-class women, premiered on Prime Video on June 28, 2024, receiving appreciation for its authentic storytelling.
As she faces cancer once more, Tahira continues to inspire with courage, humour, and hope, using her journey to spread awareness and advocate for early detection.