Actress Sumona Chakravarti Reveals Undergoing Endometriosis Surgery at 38, Says ‘Not Sharing for Promotion or Sympathy’ (View Post)
Actress Sumona Chakravarti, 38, reveals she underwent excision surgery for Stage IV endometriosis on May 4, 2026. After a two-month social media break, 'The Kapil Sharma Show' star shared a powerful note on her recovery, gratitude for her medical team, and a profound shift in her perspective.
Popular television actress Sumona Chakravarti, widely recognised for her roles in shows like The Kapil Sharma Show and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, recently broke her two-month social media silence to share a deeply personal health update. The actress revealed she underwent excision surgery for endometriosis on May 4, 2026, after the condition, first diagnosed as Stage IV in 2021, had severely progressed. ‘Felt Genuinely Unsafe’: Sumona Chakravarti Reveals Her Car Was Mobbed by Maratha Quota Protesters in Mumbai; Netizens React, Say ‘Safer Than West Bengal’.
Sumona Chakravarti Undergoes Surgery for Endometriosis
Chakravarti, who turned 38 in June this year, shared on Instagram that she had been "living under a rock" for the past two months, intentionally staying away from public view to focus on her recovery. She disclosed that her endometriosis, which she had been managing for years, had unfortunately "progressed massively," making surgical intervention necessary. The surgery, performed on May 4, 2026, marked a crucial step in her battle against the chronic condition.
Sumona Chakravarti's Journey of Healing and Gratitude
Following the complex procedure, Sumona emphasised that the last two months have been dedicated entirely to her physical and mental healing. "And today, I can honestly say that I'm well. In fact, very well," she wrote, expressing immense gratitude to her medical team. She specifically thanked Dr Anshumala Shukla-Kulkarni and her team, calling them "nothing less than angels" for their care and understanding.
A Shift in Perspective
In her candid note, Chakravarti explicitly stated that her decision to share this personal information was "not for promotion or sympathy." Instead, she highlighted that the experience had brought about "a massive shift in my perspective towards life." She reflected on her changed outlook, particularly concerning social media, admitting she initially considered deleting platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram. However, she now intends to use her platform for more meaningful engagement, moving beyond the chase for likes and follower counts.
Sumona Chakravarti on Her Endometriosis Surgery
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Embracing Scars and Meaningful Conversations
Sumona also bravely spoke about the physical aftermath of her surgery, revealing she now has three visible scars on her abdomen. While they initially bothered her, she has chosen to reframe them as "proof of a life lived." This new perspective extends to her broader online presence, where she hopes to foster authentic conversations around often-ignored topics. Lili Reinhart Reveals Endometriosis Diagnosis After Years of Pain and Misdiagnosis, Says 'Glad I Trusted My Body and Listened to My Gut' (View Pics).
These include perimenopause, endometriosis, physical and mental health, general wellness, travel, books, pets, food, independence, and child-free lifestyles. Her honesty aims to connect with others facing similar health challenges and build a supportive community for women.
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