On June 3, 2025, television actress Dipika Kakar underwent a grueling 14-hour surgery for stage 2 liver cancer at a Mumbai hospital, landing her in the ICU for recovery. Known for her role in Sasural Simar Ka and winning Bigg Boss 12, the 38-year-old’s condition was shared by her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, who confirmed she is stable but in pain. Diagnosed in May 2025 after stomach pain revealed a tennis ball-sized tumor, Dipika’s surgery has drawn widespread support from fans across India and beyond, shared via social media platforms like Instagram.
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The Diagnosis and Surgery
Dipika’s health ordeal began with a stomach ache in May, initially linked to a gall bladder stone, per Shoaib’s YouTube vlog. Tests revealed a malignant liver tumor, confirmed as stage 2 cancer on May 28, 2025, via Dipika’s Instagram post: “It’s been one of the most difficult times… a tennis ball-sized tumor in the liver.” The surgery, delayed due to a flu and high fever, took place at Kokilaben Hospital. Shoaib updated fans on Instagram Stories on June 4, stating, “She was in OT for 14 hrs. But Alhamdulillah, everything went well. Dipi is in the ICU, in some pain, but stable.”
Shoaib’s Emotional Updates
Shoaib, Dipika’s Sasural Simar Ka co-star and husband since 2018, has been a pillar of support, sharing heartfelt updates. On June 2, he wrote, “Dippi’s surgery is scheduled tomorrow morning. It’s going to be a long one… please keep her in your prayers.” Post-surgery, he thanked fans for their love, adding, “I will update you once she’s out of the ICU.” The couple, parents to two-year-old Ruhaan, praised their son’s resilience during this challenging time.
Road to Recovery
Dipika, also known for Kahaan Hum Kahaan Tum and Celebrity MasterChef, is under close observation in the ICU. Doctors assured the couple that surgical removal offers a strong chance of full recovery, per Hindustan Times. As she battles pain, her fans remain hopeful, eagerly awaiting updates on her progress.
-By Manoj H
