Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
The harsh reality of life doesn't spare anyone. Shahenshah of Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan has been a victim of depression due to failed films and bankruptcy. However, he recollected himself and became the megastar of Bollywood.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
The bold actress Deepika Padukone had once revealed that she had suffered from severe depression. The way she dealt with the miserable phase itself is an inspiring story. Deepika has also associated herself with movements that uphold the importance of mental wellness.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
Dilip Kumar, one of the most venerable actors of Bollywood, was madly in love with actress Madhubala. But after the death of Madhubala, he went into depression although he was married to Saira Banu.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
Jiah Khan couldn't fight with her depression and committed suicide by hanging herself. The reason of her depression was failure in career and relationship problems. Allegedly, her failed and abusive relationship with actor boyfriend Sooraj Pancholi lead her to take this decision.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
Manisha Koirala was suffering from clinical depression that led her to post about her depressed state, on her Facebook page. But now the actress seems to be winning all battles and is an inspiration to all of us.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
The beautiful actress, Parveen Babi, suffered from a major depression issue. It was reported that she did not step out of her house during her last few days. She was found dead in her apartment in January 2005, and the police suspected that she had been dead for 72 hours before her body was found.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
India’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna, went into depression following his downfall in the 90s and a failed marriage. He never actually recovered from it which eventually led to his death at the age of 69.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
Sanjay Dutt has already gone through a lot inside the prison, before he walked free in March 2016. A close friend of the actor, who recently visited him in the jail, informed that actor was quite depressed.
Bollywood celebrities who battled depression
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan disclosed in an interview in 2008 that after his shoulder surgery, he went into depression. The actor recovered from his physical and mental health issues soon with a bang. Now, that's like a king!
Bollywood actors live life in the fast lane. At times, the glitter and glitz last for a short time. So when a low phase comes in their life, they either take to alcohol or drugs. Some even get into depression.
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All these are quiet harmful to their state of mind. Recently, Deepika Padukone campaigned for better mental health and during that time she revealed that she too suffered from anxiety and depression at some point of time, for which she had to undergo treatment.
These celebrities were able to battle it out with their demons and come out victorious, but some have even lost their lives to it.
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