Sacred Games actress Rajshri Deshpande reveals she was diagnosed with breast cancer; shares update post surgery

Rajshri Deshpande

Actor Rajshri Deshpande, best known for her performances in Manto, Black Warrant and Sacred Games, recently revealed that she underwent surgery after being diagnosed with grade 1 breast cancer. The actor took to social media to share an update on her health, further confirming that she is now recovering.

Rajshri Deshpande reveals cancer diagnosis

On Wednesday, Rajshri took to Instagram and dropped a picture from her hospital bed. She wrote, "As you're reading this, it means I've finally found the courage to tell my parents that I have been diagnosed with Infiltrating ductal carcinoma (NOS), a Grade 1 breast cancer. Now it's time you all know. We fortunately caught this early in a routine check-up, which gave us a fighting chance. Tons of tests and surgery felt like a rollercoaster ride, but trust me, it was everyone's love and warmth that carried me through. And seeing my Aai and Papa's faces after surgery melted my fears into unbreakable strength."

Rajshri further added that she is now in the recovery phase, saying, "With everyone's support, I feel I am ready to take on the world. Now, I'm recovering beautifully and soon heading home from the hospital. A huge thank you to Dr Mandar Nadkarni (nadkarnim) at kokilabenhospital - his expertise and care made this journey far gentler. Your love truly is my greatest medicine. Here's to healing, hope and all the brighter days ahead."

Many fans and industry friends wished her a speedy recovery. Actor and dancer Lauren Gottlieb commented, "Sending you so much love, you strong woman!!" Adarsh Gourav also said, "Speedy recovery and prayers."

About Rajshri Deshpande

Rajshri Deshpande made her Bollywood debut with a small role in Talaash in 2012. Later, she appeared on television in shows such as Kuch Toh Log Kahenge and 24: India. She then returned to the big screen with a supporting role in Salman Khan-starrer Kick.

Rajshri received critical acclaim for her performance in Sacred Games. Subsequently, she featured in films such as The Sky Is Pink, Mom, Manto and Joram, as well as series including The Fame Game, Trial by Fire, Black Warrant and Rangeen. Most recently, she was seen in Mani Ratnam's Thug Life (2025), which also starred Kamal Haasan, Trisha Krishnan, Silambarasan, Aishwarya Lekshmi and Ashok Selvan in key roles.