From Stardom to Struggles: Pooja Dadwal's Inspiring Journey After Illness
Launched By Salman Khan, THIS Actress Lost Everything After A Life-Altering Illness, Now Lives In Chawl
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Pooja Dadwal, introduced to Bollywood by Salman Khan in her debut film 'Veergati', faced a drastic life change after being diagnosed with severe tuberculosis in 2018. Abandoned by her husband and in-laws, she now lives in a small chawl in Mumbai, working as a domestic help and running a tiffin service while continuing her fight for survival.
- 01Pooja Dadwal debuted in Bollywood at 17 with Salman Khan in 'Veergati'.
- 02Her career declined after initial success, leading her to television and then a quieter life in Goa.
- 03In 2018, she was diagnosed with severe tuberculosis, drastically impacting her life.
- 04After being abandoned by her family, she received help from the film industry, including Salman Khan.
- 05Pooja now lives in a Mumbai chawl, working multiple jobs to sustain herself.
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Pooja Dadwal, who made her Bollywood debut in 1995 alongside Salman Khan in the film 'Veergati', once seemed poised for success. However, her journey took a tragic turn when she was diagnosed with severe tuberculosis in 2018, leading to a series of personal and financial hardships. After her marriage ended and her family abandoned her, she found herself alone in Mumbai, struggling for basic necessities. With the support of well-wishers and actors like Salman Khan, who covered her medical expenses, Pooja managed to recover. Despite her efforts to return to acting, including a role in the Punjabi film 'Shukarana: Guru Nanak Dev Ji Ka' in 2020, she faced continued challenges. Currently, Pooja lives in a small 10×10 chawl in Mumbai, working as a domestic helper and running a tiffin service to make ends meet.
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Pooja's story highlights the struggles faced by many in the entertainment industry, particularly those who fall from grace due to health issues.
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