Poonam Pandey death stunt: Everything we know about her publicity gimmick that backfired

 Poonam Pandey’s team on Friday claimed she died of cervical cancer at the age of 32. But on Saturday, the model-actor shared new videos saying ‘I am alive’ On Friday, Poonam Pandey’s manager made an announcement stating that the model, actor, and reality TV star had passed away from cervical cancer the previous night. The news was accompanied by a post on her official Instagram account. However, it has since been revealed that Poonam is, in fact, alive. On Saturday, she posted a few videos on Instagram to inform her followers about her well-being. This turn of events has sparked criticism from both social media users and celebrities. Notable figures such as Kusha Kapila, Aly Goni, and Saisha Shinde have expressed their disapproval of Poonam Pandey’s actions in faking her death.

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Poonam expressed, “I want to emphasize that I am alive and have not succumbed to cervical cancer. However, I cannot ignore the fact that countless women have tragically lost their lives due to this disease.” Continuing the conversation about cervical cancer, she shared a video and added, “I feel compelled to share something of great importance with all of you. I am here, living proof that cervical cancer can be overcome. Regrettably, many women have fallen victim to this disease due to a lack of knowledge on how to combat it.”

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Poonam faced a barrage of criticism on Twitter and Instagram. One user, identified as X, commented, “Just as we suspected! This was all a ploy for attention! Those who doubted her were right all along!” Another tweet exclaimed, “Poonam Pandey is the ultimate fraud. She is alive. This is beyond shameless.”

Even celebrities and Poonam’s own friends from the entertainment industry are unwilling to forgive her for the perceived “insensitive” joke. In response to news about Poonam’s publicity stunt, Kusha Kapila remarked, “There must be an agency behind this. Someone actually came up with the idea and gave it the green light. Unbelievable.”

Poonam Pandey’s team had confirmed cause of death

The news of Poonam Pandey’s supposed demise left fans and celebrities mourning, but it also sparked speculation about whether it was a staged event, the actual cause of death, and the silence from her family.

On Friday, Poonam Pandey’s official Instagram account, managed by her team, posted a message that read, “This morning brings us great sadness. We regretfully announce the loss of our beloved Poonam to cervical cancer. Everyone who had the privilege of knowing her experienced pure love and kindness. During this time of mourning, we kindly request privacy as we cherish the memories we shared.”

In an interview with Hauterrfly.com, Poonam’s manager Nikita Sharma expressed, “Poonam Pandey’s dedication to her craft and her unwavering strength in the face of health challenges was truly remarkable. Her passing serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing health, particularly in preventable diseases such as cervical cancer.”

Why did Poonam Pandey’s family not say anything?

According to reports, Poonam Pandey’s family has been unreachable since her surprising announcement. A source mentioned in an India Today report stated that attempts were made to contact Poonam’s family members, but their phones were either switched off or unreachable.

The source shared, “After our last call with Poonam’s sister, we tried reaching out to her, but her phone has been switched off since then. Not only that, other family members are also not reachable. We also tried contacting 2-3 members of Poonam’s team, and surprisingly, their phones were either switched off or unreachable. Hence, we are currently confused about the situation.”

Kamaal R Khan’s response
Former actor and film critic Kamaal R Khan (KRK) has dismissed the news of Poonam’s death, considering it a mere “publicity stunt.” He posted a photo of Poonam on Instagram and wrote in the caption, “Her death news is a publicity stunt. Poonam Pandey is alive.” KRK also shared a video showing Poonam enjoying herself at a recent party, stating, “Poonam was seen having a good time at a party just two days ago!”

Speculation around her last Instagram post

After news of Poonam Pandey’s supposed death emerged, social media users also reacted to a video that Poonam had posted on Instagram a few days prior, showcasing a party in Goa. This video served as her final Instagram post. Many expressed shock at Poonam’s “sudden death.”

Actor Sambhavna Seth, who had participated alongside Poonam in the reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi, mentioned in an interview with News18 that Poonam had never mentioned her cervical cancer. Sambhavna stated, “Oh my god! I knew her. We have done Khatron Ke Khiladi together. I met her last year. We would occasionally meet socially or at events. But she never mentioned that she was facing any problems. It’s truly unbelievable, and I still can’t process it. Poonam was so young, barely 30-32 years old. Life is incredibly unpredictable.”

Bodyguard says Poonam never mentioned illness

In a recent interview with India Today, Poonam Pandey’s bodyguard Amin Khan revealed that he had last seen her on Monday. Amin mentioned that Poonam, the model-actor, had never mentioned her illness to him or any other staff members. He also stated that Poonam’s family, including her sister, has not been answering calls.

“On January 29, I last saw madam (Poonam Pandey) during a photo shoot with fashion designer Rohit Verma in Mumbai. After that, I dropped her off at home. She never mentioned any illness to me or any of the staff members… When we arrived at her residence, the watchman refused to let anyone in.