Tahira Kashyap Reveals Breast Cancer Has Returned After Seven Years

Filmmaker and author Tahira Kashyap on Monday revealed that she is facing a recurrence of breast cancer, seven years after her initial diagnosis. Taking to Instagram on World Health Day, Tahira shared the emotional update with her followers, saying she is gearing up for “Round 2” in her battle against the disease.

Tahira, who is married to actor Ayushmann Khurrana and is a mother of two, was first diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer in 2018. She underwent a mastectomy as part of her treatment and has since been vocal about her journey, inspiring many with her candid posts and advocacy for cancer awareness.

“Round 2 for me,” she wrote in her latest post, expressing resilience while acknowledging the emotional toll of the news. Her post was met with an outpouring of love and support from fans, friends, and fellow celebrities.

While details of her treatment plan are yet to be disclosed, Tahira’s openness continues to spark important conversations around early detection, mental health, and survivorship in the fight against cancer.

Her story serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges many face even after remission, and the strength it takes to confront a diagnosis for a second time.