Fatima Sana Shaikh spreads awareness about epilepsy, says ‘took me 5 years to accept it’

New Delhi: Fatima Sana Shaikh is one such actress who is known for her unconventional, impactful characters and sharing her unfiltered raw self in front of her audience. Fatima, who made her debut opposite Aamir Khan in the 2016 blockbuster ‘Dangal’, has always been very vocal about her choices, conditions and views. The actress was diagnosed with epilepsy and has never shied away from speaking about it and raising awareness.

In a recent event, Fathima was seen emphasizing and discussing epilepsy to dispel the stigma and myths associated with this neurological condition. She said, “It took me 5 years to accept that I have epilepsy, and that it’s okay, it’s not a big issue.” The actress believes that the more casually we discuss and speak about it, the more it will contribute towards raising awareness and highlighting its importance. It is important to acknowledge it and talk about it.

Furthermore, she added, “I had no idea how difficult it must have been for my parents and how much trouble I was causing them by not being ready to take the medicine on time, so this was just to make things easier.” Was gonna.” him and the people around him.”

Talking about a recent occasion, Fathima also shared her conversation about how a paparazzi called her out for being an epileptic. Taking it very playfully, Fatima agreed to go along with him. He firmly believes that there is nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about in admitting as long as you are not a bad person or have bad intentions with it. Rather trust yourself, give it a chance and overcome it.

Talking about the work front, Fatima will be seen in ‘Dhak Dhak’. Directed and co-written by Tarun Dudeja, and co-produced by Taapsee Pannu, Pranjal Khandadia and Aayush Maheshwari. She has recently shot for ‘Sam Bahadur’ in which she will be seen playing the role of Indira Gandhi. The film also stars Vicky Kaushal and Sanya Malhotra in lead roles.