Amitabh Bachchan, Kate Middleton, Dharmendra: Celebs who crushed FAKE health scare rumours

As the tabloids tell, many celebrities have fallen prey to vicious rumours and gossip. While some have faced scandalous relationship rumours, others have faced alarming narratives of health scares and even death hoaxes. From the world of Bollywood to Buckingham Palace, there no one seems to be immune to the sensationalism that surrounds these fake reports. Amidst the whirlwind of rumours surrounding Amitabh Bachchan and Kate Middleton, we take a look at times when celebrities rubbished 'fake 'health scare rumours.

Bollywood megastar, Amitabh Bachchan, found himself at the centre of speculation when reports emerged suggesting that he had undergone an angioplasty procedure. However, Bachchan swiftly put an end to these rumours, addressing concerned fans in a video, he dismissed the reports as "fake news."

In a rare move, the Kensington Palace office issued a statement addressing concerns about Kate Middleton's health after she underwent abdominal surgery. Speculation swirled about the nature of her condition, with some reports even hinting at a cancer diagnosis. However, the royal family refuted these claims, maintaining that the surgery was successful and that Kate's health concern was not related to cancer.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's private lives often become fodder for speculation, especially while the couple refused to offer any clarification over the actress' pregnancy. As the couple flew to London, a viral post suggested that Anushka was facing health issues, prompting concerns among fans. However, all rumours were put to rest when the star announced the arrival of her son Akaay in February.

Last year, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt was in the news for reportedly undergoing a heart operation. The news sent shockwaves through the industry. However, Bhatt clarified that he had undergone a routine angioplasty procedure, dispelling misconceptions about his health and reassuring fans about his well-being.

When reports surfaced about veteran actor Dharmendra being hospitalized and in critical condition, his son Bobby Deol promptly stepped in to quash the rumours. Bobby clarified that his father was "absolutely fine" and recovering at home, putting an end to the unfounded rumours surrounding Dharmendra's health.

Fans of K-pop sensation and BLACKPINK star Jisoo, raised concerns about the singer's health after a small lump was spotted on her neck during a concert. The rumours went out of hand, promoting the group's agency, YG Entertainment, to swiftly issue a statement reassuring fans that Jisoo was in good health and fulfilling her tour commitments without any issues.

Shruti Haasan, who had opened up about her struggles with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Endometriosis, found herself battling rumours about her deteriorating health condition. In response, she took to social media to clarify that while she faces challenges due to PCOS, she is not in "critical condition" and continues to work actively.