Former India all-rounder and cancer survivor Yuvraj Singh took to Twitter late on Tuesday to support Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who was diagnosed with lung cancer, and wished him a speedy recovery.
Acknowledging the pain cancer causes, Yuvraj encouraged Dutt to fight against the disease and “see this tough phase thorugh”.
“You are, have and always will be a fighter @duttsanjay. I know the pain it causes but I also know you are strong and will see this tough phase through. My prayers and best wishes for your speedy recovery,” Yuvraj tweeted.
Reports of Dutt being diagnosed with stage 3 cancer emerged on Tuesday evening, and soon, wishes for the Bollywood actor poured in. Dutt is expected to leave for the US for “immediate and rigorous treatment”, reports said.
On Tuesday, the 61-year-old actor took to social media and announced a short break from work.
“Hi, friends. I am taking a short break from work for some medical treatment. My family and friends are with me and I urge my well-wishers not to worry or unnecessarily speculate. With your love and good wishes, I will be back soon,” he wrote.
Last week, Dutt was hospitalised after he complained of breathlessness and uneasiness. At Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital, he was tested for COVID-19 as well, the report of which returned negative.
He was discharged from the hospital on Monday.
