Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Bendre Recalls Cancer Journey and Salman Khan's Support
Sonali Bendre, diagnosed with stage four cancer in 2018, shares how Salman Khan supported her.
She wasn't initially a fan due to his on-set pranks.
However, Khan checked in with her husband and visited her in New York.
Bendre underwent treatment in New York and Mumbai.
Their relationship shifted due to the challenges of her illness, particularly because of his unwavering support.
Sonali Bendre was diagnosed with stage four metastatic cancer in 2018.
Bendre initially did not like Salman Khan, considering him a prankster on set.
Salman Khan provided support after Bendre's diagnosis.
Khan checked in with Bendre's husband and made trips to New York.
Bendre reflects on their evolving relationship due to Khan's support.
- Who
- Sonali Bendre and Salman Khan
- What
- Bendre's cancer journey and Khan's support.
- When
- 2018, during Bendre's cancer treatment.
- Where
- New York and Mumbai.
- Why
- Shift in their relationship due to her cancer diagnosis and Khan's support.
Initial Dislike
Supportive Friendship
Initial Feelings vs. Support
Initial Dislike
Sonali Bendre initially wasn't fond of Salman Khan due to his playful behavior.
Supportive Friendship
Salman Khan proved to be a supportive friend during Bendre's cancer treatment.
- Actors
- Sonali Bendre, Salman Khan
- Diagnosis
- Stage Four Metastatic Cancer
- Diagnosis Year
- 2018
- Movie
- 'Hum Saath Saath Hain'
- Treatment Location
- New York, Mumbai
Sources
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