Tahira Kashyap shares breast cancer relapse news on World Health Day: "Round 2 for Me"

Writer and filmmaker Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, wife of actor Ayushmann Khurrana, has once again shown incredible strength and courage as she revealed on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time. Sharing her journey with honesty and positivity, Tahira’s post has deeply moved her fans and followers, inspiring many with her resilience.

In a heartfelt note posted on World Health Day, Tahira wrote about her breast cancer returning after seven years. The caption struck a chord with many as she blended humour, strength, and hope in her words. She wrote, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. When life becomes too generous and throws them again at you, you squeeze them calmly into your favourite kala khatta drink and sip it with all the good intentions. Because for one it’s a better drink and two you know you will give it your best once again."

In the post, Tahira also emphasized the importance of regular health checkups and screenings, saying, "Seven year itch or the power of regular screening, it's a perspective, I’d like to go with the latter and suggest the same for everyone who needs to get regular mammograms. Round 2 for me... I still got this."

The internet has been showering Tahira with love and support since her announcement. Tahira was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018. Since then, she has been vocal about her journey, using her platform to advocate for awareness and early detection.

Apart from being a cancer warrior, Tahira has also made her mark as a filmmaker. She made her directorial debut with Sharmajee Ki Beti, a heartwarming film that streamed on Prime Video in June 2023. Featuring actors like Sakshi Tanwar, Divya Dutta, and Saiyami Kher, the film explored the dreams and daily lives of middle-class women from different generations, showcasing Tahira’s unique storytelling voice.

Tahira’s journey continues to inspire many, not just as a filmmaker and writer, but as a woman who’s unafraid to speak her truth.