Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt has been diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer, and according to reports, he will fly to the US for treatment.
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According to popular entertainment journalist Komal Nahta tweeted, “Sanjay Dutt diagnosed with lung cancer. Let’s pray for his speedy recovery (sic).”
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Now, wife Maanayata Dutt sent out an official statement to the media expressing herself in this hard time.
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“I thank everyone who has expressed their well wishes for Sanju’s speedy recovery. We need all the strength and prayers to overcome this phase. There is a lot that the family has gone through in the past years but I am confident, this too shall pass,” she said.
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“However, it is my heartfelt request to Sanju’s fans to not fall prey to speculations and unwarranted rumours, but to just help us with their ongoing love, warmth and support. Sanju has always been a fighter, and so has our family. God has yet again chosen to test us to overcome the challenges ahead.
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“All we seek is your prayers and blessings, and we know we will emerge as winners on the other side, as we always have. Let us use this opportunity to spread light and positivity,” she added.
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Earlier this week, the 61-year-old actor was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai after complaining of breathlessness. He was later discharged from the medical facility.
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According to a source, a close friend said, “Baba (Sanjay Dutt) is devastated. He has little children. Fortunately, they are in Dubai right now with their mother. But breaking this awful news to them would be an ordeal.”
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He also added that Dutt is disturbed by the news and wanted to be cured fast. “It is curable. He needs instant and rigorous treatment for which he leaves immediately,” a report by Film Information stated adding that Dutt will soon fly to the US for treatment.
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