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Payal Rajput Breaks Down Recalling Father's Cancer Battle at Trailer Launch

Actress Payal Rajput broke down while recalling her father's cancer battle at the trailer launch of her film 'First Time 01.01.01'. She shared how she attended a Vipassana course in Jaipur to cope with the painful period. Her father, whom she considered her hero, passed away on July 28, almost a year ago. She tearfully remembered how her father was her biggest critic and fan, even asking to watch her film 'Khush Khabari' on his deathbed.

Key Points: Payal Rajput Emotional Over Father's Cancer Loss

  • Payal Rajput breaks down at film trailer launch
  • Recalls father's cancer diagnosis 7-8 months ago
  • Attended Vipassana course to cope
  • Father died on July 28, almost a year ago
  • Father was her biggest critic and fan
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Payal Rajput breaks down while recalling the difficult phase she went through after her dad was diagnosed with cancer!

Actress Payal Rajput breaks down at 'First Time 01.01.01' trailer launch, recalling father's cancer diagnosis and death. She shares her painful journey and how attending Vipassana helped.

"My father, he was a hero of my life. - Payal Rajput"

Hyderabad, April 29

Actress Payal Rajput, who plays the female lead in director Hemanth's upcoming film, 'First Time 01.01.01', turned emotional during a press conference that was held at the trailer launch event of the film.

The actress, while replying to a question on whether she had attended a Vipassana course recently, broke down while recalling how shattered she and her family were after the demise of her dad, whom she considers her hero.

Responding to the question, the actress began her reply by saying, "I will just share my experience in a nutshell. I attended a Vipassana course in Jaipur."

Going on to explain why she chose to attend a Vipassana course, the actress informed that her entire family went through a painful time seven to eight months ago when her father got diagnosed with cancer.

The actress disclosed, "That was such a painful time for my entire family. Especially, my mom and all the close and loved ones."

At that point, Payal said that she was unable to figure out what was wrong and what was right and how to go ahead with life.

"I was completely shattered in my own mind. I didn't know how to console my mom on the one hand and how to console myself on other hand. I didn't know. And my father, he was a hero of my life," she said as tears welled up in her eyes.

The actress, who pulled herself together, went on to say, "Recently, my film 'Khush Khabari' got released. It's a Punjabi film. On his death bed also, he was saying, 'I want to watch this film of yours'."

Stating that her dad was her biggest critic, the actress said, "Every time my film came out, he was like, 'Oh my gosh, I love your film 'RX 100'. Though it was quite bold, but still, no comments on that. You have played your part and you are a brilliant actor.'"

"Those words coming from his mouth meant everything to me," the actress said. "And now, he is not there. On 28th July, (it is) about to get one year. Dad has gone. He was waiting for me," she said even as she broke down and handed over the mike saying, "Sorry, I am sorry."

- IANS

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Vikram M
It's touching to see such vulnerability from a public figure. Her father's last wish to watch her film shows how proud he was of her. These are the moments that remind us - behind the glamour, everyone has their own battles. Respect for her strength.
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Michael C
Cancer is a monster that doesn't discriminate. I went through something similar with my mother. It's incredibly tough to be strong for everyone else while you're falling apart inside. Payal's honesty is refreshing. I hope she finds peace through her Vipassana practice. 🕊️
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Neha E
It's so difficult to process grief in the public eye. The way she remembered her father's encouragement about her acting - "those words meant everything to me" - shows how much parents shape us. May his soul rest in peace. 🙏
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James A
I must admit, I wasn't familiar with her work before this. But seeing this raw emotion made me respect her immensely. It takes real courage to get emotional in front of cameras. It also makes you think - we never know what someone is going through behind the scenes.
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Sneha F
While I feel for her loss, I do think press events aren't the right platform for such personal breakdowns. Journalists shouldn't be probing into such painful memories. Let's give her space to grieve privately. Otherwise, it feels like we're exploiting her sadness for clicks. 🤷‍♀️

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