Akshay Kumar on Sanjay Dutt being cancer-free: "Looking forward to seeing you on set soon"

Actor Sanjay Dutt who was diagnosed with cancer a few months ago, yesterday announced that  he is cancer-free and recovering well. Taking to social media, the actor shared the happy news on his twins, Iqra and Sharaan's tenth birthday, adding that the diagnosis and the treatment were very tough on him and his family, but turned him into a strong soldier. Claiming victory over the hard times, Dutt shared an emotional message on social media, saying, "The last few weeks were a very difficult time for my family and me. But as they say, God gives the hardest battles to his strongest soldiers. And today, on the occasion of my kids’ birthday, I am happy to come out victorious from this battle and be able to give them the best gift I can--the health and well-being of our family,” He also thanked his friends, family and fans who wished him well all the months.

Best news! So good to hear this baba 🤗 Looking forward to seeing you on set real soon. https://t.co/HSx8za7KsW

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) October 21, 2020

The news came as a huge relief to the near and dear ones of Sanjay who have been praying for his speedy recovery.  Akshay Kumar also joined the league of stars who was glad about Sanjay's recovery and wished him about the same on social media. The Prithviraj actor took to social media to express his elation on Sanjay's recovery and mentioned that he hopes to see him on the set soon. Taking to Twitter, Akshay wrote, "Best news! So good to hear this baba. Looking forward to seeing you on set real soon." The two actors will be seen sharing screen space in the upcoming film Prithviraj along with Manushi Chhillar. After announcing his recovery from Cancer, Sanjay was spotted in the evening with his sister Priya Dutt as he returned home from hospital after his check up.  Sanjay would be resuming shoot for Prithviraj with Akshay Kumar and Manushi Chhillar after Diwali celebrations. The film is based on the life of Chahamana Rajput king Prithviraj Chauhan. The film is directed by Dr Chandraprakash Dwivedi and produced by Yash Raj Films. The new release date is yet to be announced. It also stars Sonu Sood, Manav Vij and Ashutosh Rana.