Pooja Dadwal's Journey: From Stardom to Survival and Hope
From Salman Khan’s heroine at 16 to running a tiffin service for a few hundred rupees: Pooja Dadwal’s story of survival
The Indian Express
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Pooja Dadwal, who debuted at 16 in the 1995 film 'Veergati,' faced a drastic fall from grace due to health issues and personal abandonment. After battling tuberculosis and receiving support from Salman Khan's foundation, she now runs a modest tiffin service while hoping for a return to acting.
- 01Pooja Dadwal made her acting debut at 16 in 'Veergati' alongside Salman Khan.
- 02She faced severe health challenges, including tuberculosis, leading to personal and professional struggles.
- 03Salman Khan's Being Human foundation helped cover her medical expenses after a viral plea for help.
- 04Currently, she runs a tiffin service to make ends meet, earning just enough to survive.
- 05Despite her hardships, she remains hopeful for a return to acting.
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Pooja Dadwal, who captured hearts at just 16 in the film 'Veergati,' experienced a rapid rise and fall in her acting career. After her initial success, she transitioned to television, but her health deteriorated due to tuberculosis, leading to a personal crisis when her family abandoned her. In a heartfelt plea in 2018, she reached out to former co-star Salman Khan, who responded through his Being Human foundation, covering her medical expenses. Now, Pooja runs a small tiffin service, earning a modest income while expressing her desire to return to acting. Despite the challenges, she maintains her dignity and resilience, stating, “I never chose the wrong path and I never will.” Her story highlights the fragility of fame and the often unseen struggles faced by those in the public eye.
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Pooja's story sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals in the entertainment industry, especially regarding health crises and societal support.
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