Tollywood has been struck by news of ‘Baga Jatin’ director
Arun Roy’s cancer diagnosis. The acclaimed director, currently keeping busy with his much-anticipated movie ‘Bagha Jatin’, is grappling with throat cancer.
The film's lead actor and producer,
Dev, who stars in ‘Bagha Jatin’, has pledged unwavering support for Roy's treatment during this challenging time.
According to a report, Arun Roy is contending with throat cancer. The director's response to his diagnosis has been remarkably pragmatic. He believes that cancer is no longer the formidable disease it once was, given the advancements in medical treatments. In his words, "Cancer is not a big disease these days. At least not to me, lots of people are having it, and now it's my turn." Roy has already commenced treatment at the Tata Medical Center, with chemotherapy sessions set to begin next week. A total of 16 chemotherapies are planned.
Dev, the lead actor, and producer of ‘Bagha Jatin’, is well aware of Roy's health situation. He has offered his director wholehearted assistance in the battle against cancer. Despite the challenges, Arun Roy remains dedicated to his upcoming film. ‘Bagha Jatin’ is scheduled for release on October 19 in Bengali and October 20 in Hindi. Roy acknowledges the role of Dev as the driving force behind the film's creation, praising the producer for accommodating his creative demands. Notably, top-notch VFX companies have contributed to several scenes in the movie.
Arun Roy's journey in the film industry commenced with the film ‘Egaro, the Immortal Eleven’. He garnered acclaim for subsequent works such as ‘Hiralal’, ‘Cholai’, and ‘8/12 Binay Badal Dinesh’. As the industry and fans rally behind him, the entire entertainment fraternity wishes Arun Roy a swift and successful recovery from his battle with cancer.
The story of celebrities, particularly those in the entertainment industry, overcoming cancer and emerging victorious, serves as a source of inspiration. The resilience and determination of these celebs inspire countless others facing similar challenges to approach their own battles with hope and fortitude.