Bollywood Celebrities who Battled Depression – Some Survived, Some Died

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

The harsh reality of life doesn't spare anyone. Shahenshah of Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan has been a victim of depression due to failed films and bankruptcy. However, he recollected himself and became the megastar of Bollywood.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

The bold actress Deepika Padukone had once revealed that she had suffered from severe depression. The way she dealt with the miserable phase itself is an inspiring story. Deepika has also associated herself with movements that uphold the importance of mental wellness.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

Dilip Kumar, one of the most venerable actors of Bollywood, was madly in love with actress Madhubala. But after the death of Madhubala, he went into depression although he was married to Saira Banu.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

Jiah Khan couldn't fight with her depression and committed suicide by hanging herself. The reason of her depression was failure in career and relationship problems. Allegedly, her failed and abusive relationship with actor boyfriend Sooraj Pancholi lead her to take this decision.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

Manisha Koirala was suffering from clinical depression that led her to post about her depressed state, on her Facebook page. But now the actress seems to be winning all battles and is an inspiration to all of us.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

The beautiful actress, Parveen Babi, suffered from a major depression issue. It was reported that she did not step out of her house during her last few days. She was found dead in her apartment in January 2005, and the police suspected that she had been dead for 72 hours before her body was found.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

India’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna, went into depression following his downfall in the 90s and a failed marriage. He never actually recovered from it which eventually led to his death at the age of 69.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

Sanjay Dutt has already gone through a lot inside the prison, before he walked free in March 2016. A close friend of the actor, who recently visited him in the jail, informed that actor was quite depressed.

Bollywood celebrities who battled depression

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan disclosed in an interview in 2008 that after his shoulder surgery, he went into depression. The actor recovered from his physical and mental health issues soon with a bang. Now, that's like a king!