Poonam Pandey Succumbs to Cervical Cancer at 32; Manager Confirms Her Passing on Thursday Night

Poonam Pandey’s passing has been confirmed by her team, as reported by News18. Her team stated, “She passed away last night.” The news initially surfaced through a post on her official Instagram account, which read, “This morning brings heavy hearts as we share the devastating news of losing our dear Poonam to cervical cancer. Her presence radiated pure love and kindness to all who knew her. During this period of mourning, we kindly request privacy as we cherish the memories we shared with her.”

The sudden news has left many in disbelief. Comments expressing shock and condolences flooded in, with one reading, “I can’t believe this, really??” and another adding, “Om Shanti.” Numerous individuals found it difficult to accept the reality of the news and sought additional details regarding her passing.

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WHO WAS POONAM PANDEY?

Poonam Pandey gained widespread recognition as a model, particularly after garnering attention with a bold promise prior to the 2011 Cricket World Cup final. In a video message, she vowed to strip if India emerged victorious in the final match, catapulting her into the spotlight and igniting a surge of interest across various social media platforms.

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In her recent work endeavors, Poonam Pandey participated in the inaugural season of Lock Upp, hosted by Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut. Despite not emerging as the winner, her presence on the show contributed to an expansion of her fan base. The first season of Lock Upp was ultimately clinched by stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui.

Additionally, Poonam was briefly married to Sam Bombay, a union that caught many by surprise. Their social media accounts often featured videos and photos together. However, their marriage was short-lived, as Poonam came forward with allegations of domestic violence shortly after their 2020 wedding.