Celebrity chef and ‘MasterChef India’ winner Pankaj Bhadouria has informed her followers about her ongoing battle with cancer. Following a successful breast cancer surgery on May 29, she now faces 12 sessions of chemotherapy and a year of targeted therapy due to post-surgery findings of an invasive HER2-positive component. Despite initial expectations of a quick return to work, detailed biopsy reports have necessitated a change in her treatment plan.
In a social media video, Pankaj expressed her gratitude for the support received post-surgery and shared the unexpected turn in her medical journey. She revealed that the discovery of a 2 mm invasive HER2-positive component has led to the upcoming chemotherapy sessions and targeted therapy. While acknowledging her apprehension towards chemotherapy, she emphasized her determination to tackle the treatment one step at a time.
Pankaj Bhadouria, known for winning the inaugural season of ‘MasterChef India’ in 2010, had disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis on May 28. Requesting prayers and support from her followers, she has been candid about her medical challenges. Despite the upcoming treatment, Pankaj remains optimistic and resilient, drawing parallels between her approach to cooking and facing life’s obstacles.
