Dipika Kakar on Strength, Reunions & Rituals After Cancer Surgery

Just weeks after undergoing a 14-hour surgery to remove a stage 2 liver tumour, actress Dipika Kakar is embracing every moment with renewed purpose.
Dipika Kakar on Strength, Reunions & Rituals After Cancer Surgery
Dipika Kakar on Strength, Reunions & Rituals After Cancer SurgeryThe Bridge Chronicle
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From emotional vlogs to heartfelt reunions, she’s showing us what true resilience looks like—on her own terms.

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In a YouTube live stream, Dipika shared that she’s no longer able to lift her toddler Ruhaan as she used to—and that’s okay. Getting out of bed or moving around now feels draining, reflecting the physical toll of a major operation 

Though doctors expect fatigue to persist, Dipika’s re-entry into family life—washing her hair after 12 days and stepping out for the first mall visit—signals gradual wellness 

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Emotional Milestones: Motherhood & Memories

Weaning Ruhaan overnight was emotionally taxing. "I had to do that… and I cried a lot that night," she admitted. One of her greatest fears was: “Will I be able to stay close to my child?” After her surgery, emotional vulnerability followed, but so did resilience.

Her husband's vlogs captured raw and intimate moments—from hospital reunions to dips in energy, they’ve charted a story of love and mutual support.

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Reunions & Rediscoveries

Sonalee Kulkarni, Dipika’s school friend, visited, triggering nostalgia and heartfelt gratitude. Sonalee encouraged Dipika’s acting dreams—an early catalyst in her journey 

A mini-reunion with Sasural Simar Ka co-stars—Shweta Sinha and Snehal Sahay—highlighted the healing power of friendship and shared memories 

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Reconnecting with Her Creative Self

With energy limited, Dipika returned to writing poetry, a hobby she began when she and husband Shoaib were dating. Revisiting old diaries re-awakened memories and helped her process her current path.

Through her writing, she’s channeling her emotional and physical experiences into words—a beautiful outlet during recovery.

On her YouTube live, Dipika confirmed she wants to return to acting—but will wait until her health stabilizes and doctors give the nod 

Meanwhile, her husband’s videos show her laughing again—“she’s smiling”—a sign of emotional healing in progress.

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