Indian model Poonam Pandey criticized for falsely claiming death to promote cervical cancer awareness
OAN’s Abril Elfi
9:34 AM – Sunday, February 4, 2024
Indian model and Bollywood actress Poonam Pandey is facing backlash for faking her death to spread awareness for cervical cancer.
On February 2nd, a post on the model’s Instagram stated that she had passed away from cervical cancer.
However, a day later, a video was posted to her account revealing she did not actually die, and instead it was a stunt to raise awareness about the cause.
“I’m alive. I didn’t die because of cervical cancer,” Pandey said. “Unfortunately, I cannot say that about those hundreds of thousands of women who have lost their lives because of cervical cancer.”
“It is not because they couldn’t do anything about it, it’s because they had no idea what to do about it.”
She continued to say that women only needed to get tested and receive the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer, which is unlike other cancers.
Pandey apologized to everyone who was offended by her “death” and stated that her sole goal was to “shock everyone” and start a discussion about the fatal illness.
“Yes, I faked my demise, extreme I know, but suddenly we are all talking cervical cancer, aren’t we?” she said in a follow-up video.
Many users and other models have called out Pandey for her stunt and the approach she took to spread awareness.
“This is the most ridiculous way to promote something,” one commenter posted.
“Am happy she is alive but [please] arrest her for the drama and publicity stunt,” another read.
“Next time people won’t take you seriously, you just destroyed your entire credibility.”
Pandey, on the other hand, defended the hoax, claiming that her family members had the illness and that she wasn’t doing it to hurt people.
“For those who are saying that I’m being insensitive, I’d like to tell you guys, my mother suffered cancer,” Pandey said.
“This unexpected turn of events, albeit startling, serves a greater purpose,” Pandey said in a statement to her Instagram. “While I do understand how you would have perceived this in bad taste, I also implore you to consider the greater cause.”
“Before passing judgment on the act, I urge you to recognize the alarming concern burdening women worldwide. The sheer lack of awareness surrounding this issue was the mere reason that compelled me to take this unconventional step.”
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How old was Poonam Pandey?
On Saturday, the 32-year-old conceded to her 1.3 million followers in another video posted on Instagram that her death had been a hoax. “Yes, I faked my demise, extreme I know. But suddenly we all are talking about cervical cancer, aren’t we?” Pandey said. Indian model and Bollywood actress Poonam Pandey is facing significant backlash after faking her death to raise awareness for cervical cancer. On February 2nd, Pandey posted on her Instagram that she had passed away due to cervical cancer. However, a day later, she revealed in a video that it was all a stunt to bring attention to the cause.
In a follow-up statement, Pandey clarified, “I’m alive. I didn’t die because of cervical cancer. Unfortunately, I cannot say that about those hundreds of thousands of women who have lost their lives because of cervical cancer.” She emphasized the importance of getting tested and receiving the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer, which sets it apart from other types of cancer.
While Pandey apologized to those who were offended by her fake death, she stated that her intention was to shock everyone and start a discussion about this fatal illness. However, many users and other models criticized her approach, considering it ridiculous and a publicity stunt.
Pandey defended her actions by sharing that her family members had experienced the illness, and she wasn’t trying to hurt anyone. She said, “This unexpected turn of events, albeit startling, serves a greater purpose. While I do understand how you would have perceived this in bad taste, I also implore you to consider the greater cause.”
The controversy surrounding Pandey’s fake death highlights the importance of raising awareness for cervical cancer. While her approach may have been met with criticism, it has sparked conversations about this grave health concern. The hope is that people will take the opportunity to learn more about cervical cancer and take necessary precautions to protect themselves.
It is essential to remember that while attention-grabbing stunts can effectively raise awareness, they must always be approached with sensitivity and respect. By engaging in open discussions, supporting research, and promoting regular screenings and vaccinations, we can make a significant impact in the fight against cervical cancer. Let’s strive for positive change while respecting the seriousness of the issue at hand.
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