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Akshay Kumar Opens Up About Fighting Cancer and Staying Positive on Wheel of Fortune 17th April 2026, Mumbai: A seemingly casual moment on Wheel of Fortune turned deeply moving as Akshay Kumar shared an emotional conversation with contestant Chanda’s sister Rupali about her courageous battle with cancer, alongside fellow contestants Akansha and Vivek. After the Double Dhamaka round, Chanda shared that she had come with her son and her sister, Rupali. In a heartfelt revelation, she mentioned that her sister had been battling cancer. Akshay gently turned the conversation towards Rupali, inviting her to share her journey. With strength and grace, Rupali spoke about how she faced the illness and fought through it with unwavering belief. Deeply moved, Akshay responded with sincerity and empathy, saying, “Aapko bataun ki cancer fight karne ke liye aapke andar ki shakti sabse zyada zaruri hai.” Agreeing with him, Rupali added, “Yeah, I think I never felt ki I will not come out. I always felt that I’ll come out.” Acknowledging her mindset, Akshay, with a proud smile, said, “See, there it is. The answer is there.” The moment grew even more profound as Akshay opened up about his own experience, sharing, “Cancer ko achhi tarah jaanta hu because I also have lost someone, but ye beemaari jo hoti hai. You know, cancer kisi se, the only thing it is scared of is your own confidence.” His words carried both pain and strength, resonating deeply with everyone present. Encouraging a fearless attitude, he added, “Aapko bol na hai, jaaye tel lene. Tu kya ukhad sakta hai, tu kuch nahi ukhad sakega mera. Main rahunga, zinda rahunga. Yehi karna hai, that is the right way to fight cancer. Be positive.” Bringing a gentle smile to the moment, Akshay pointed towards Chanda’s son’s t-shirt and said, “Jo iss bache ne pehna hai ‘Don’t Worry Be Happy’ is the right answer towards it.” The interaction stood out as a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit. It highlighted how belief, positivity, and inner courage can become the greatest weapons in the face of adversity. Through this heartfelt exchange, the show delivered not just entertainment, but a message of hope and resilience that will stay with viewers long after the episode ends. Watch Wheel of Fortune, Monday to Friday at 9:00 PM only on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV.