In a shocking turn of events, Poonam Pandey’s recent staged death hoax, purportedly aimed at raising awareness about cervical cancer, has faced widespread criticism globally. The actor’s management agency has issued an apology in response to the backlash, but the incident continues to be a topic of heated discussion.
Renowned South Indian actor Neha Saxena expressed her strong disapproval of Poonam Pandey’s actions, condemning the stunt as “insensitive” in an interview with ETimes. Saxena emphasized the impact that celebrities and public figures wield through their voices, stressing the importance of using this influence responsibly.
“Poonam Pandey’s actions are completely unacceptable. She played with everyone’s emotions,” asserted Neha Saxena. She underscored the need for creating awareness in a positive manner, criticizing the use of such sensational and disruptive tactics. Saxena voiced her concern over the potential harm caused to cancer patients and survivors by trivializing a serious issue for publicity.
In a scathing critique, Saxena commented, “This is not the way to create awareness of any sort. I felt it was a ridiculously insensitive and cheap publicity stunt, at the cost of the lives of cancer patients and survivors.” She urged for sensitivity towards real people facing daily struggles and emphasized the responsibility that comes with being a public figure.
Reflecting on the value of life, Neha Saxena expressed disappointment in Poonam Pandey’s choice to engage in such a stunt, calling it “truly disheartening.” She emphasized the preciousness of life as a gift and urged others to cherish every moment, particularly in the face of such insensitive actions.
Notably, Kangana Ranaut also joined the chorus of criticism against Poonam Pandey, slamming the actor for the fake death scenario attributed to cervical cancer.
Neha Saxena concluded the interview by highlighting her role as an ambassador for various empowering programs, including those focused on raising awareness about children living with HIV. The actor expressed deep disappointment, stating that such publicity stunts leave her heartbroken given the serious nature of the issues at hand.
