Suhani Bhatnagar’s Dangal co-star Zaira Wasim expresses shock over her untimely demise.
Zaira Wasim reacted to Dangal co-star Suhani Bhatnagar’s untimely demise on Saturday.
Aamir Khan’s on-screen daughter in Dangal, Suhani Bhatnagar passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 19. Her parents addressed the media after her demise where they revealed that she was suffering from dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune disease. As condolences continue to pour for Suhani, her Dangal co-star Zaira Wasim expressed her shock.
Speaking with Bombay Times, the former actress who played the younger version of Geeta Phogat expressed, “I just read about it and I still cannot get my head around it. I wish this is a rumour I hope this was false. The moment I heard the news I had a flashback of all the great time we spent. She was such a good soul, and we had such great memories. I cannot imagine what her parents must be going through. I pray they find the strength.”
Meanwhile, Suhani’s father Puneet Bhatnagar has shared the cause of the death of her daughter with the media. According to him, Suhani was diagnosed with dermatomyositis and was prescribed steroids, since that is the only cure to the ailment. However, the medication had a side effect on her immune system, leading to an infection that weakened her lungs and water accumulation in the viral organs. As a result, she had difficulty breathing and passed away on Friday. Her cremation took place on February 17.
Dangal charted history in Bollywood. The sports drama was directed by Nilesh Tiwari. The inspiring biopic is based on renowned wrestler Mahavir Phogat and his daughters, Geeta and Babita Phogat. Suhani played the younger version of Babita, while Sanya Malhotra essayed the older Babita Phogat. Zaira Wasim stepped into the role of the child version of Geeta Phogat, while Fatima Sana Shaikh played the role of elder Geeta Phogat. Dangal was made with a budget of Rs 70 crore. It grossed Rs 538.03 crore in India and a staggering Rs 1,960 crore worldwide.
