New Delhi, June 17: Bollywood actor Tannaz Irani attended the ‘ShowStopper’ event in Delhi on Tuesday, where she emphasized the critical need for raising awareness about breast cancer. Speaking to the media, Irani called cancer a “scary” disease and praised fellow actress Hina Khan for her courage and positive spirit amidst her battle with the illness.
“Cancer is really, really scary. Recently, our actress Hina Khan is also fighting it. She has set such a beautiful example for everyone. She is showing how to stay positive, and during this time, she even got married,” said Irani.
She also underlined the responsibility of public figures to bring attention to sensitive issues. “We actors – the public has given us fame, and we are here because of you all. So isn’t it our duty to take up such sensitive topics and try to educate people a little?”
Irani pointed out the societal taboos surrounding women’s health, particularly in rural India. “People don’t usually talk about sensitive topics in our country, and cancer is a life-threatening illness. If we talk about breast cancer in particular, just imagine – how will a woman in a village speak about it to her family, to her husband, or to her mother-in-law? I think if the entertainment industry or Bollywood talks about such serious topics, then it’s the right way to spread awareness,” she added.
The event was organized by DIISHA and MH Films and centers around the upcoming web series ShowStopper, which will soon premiere on an OTT platform. The series aims to raise awareness about breast health and the importance of early detection.
The session also featured several other personalities, including actor Bakhtiyaar Irani, who echoed similar sentiments about the role of the entertainment industry in breaking social taboos and promoting women’s health.
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