Sam Bombay reacts to Poonam Pandey's death stunt, calls her 'boldest Indian woman'

New Delhi,UPDATED: Feb 4, 2024 12:25 IST

Poonam Pandey faked her death to spread awareness for cervical cancer. This move didn't go down well with a majority of the Internet, who expressed their disappointment over the extreme step. However, her former husband Sam Bombay stood by her and called her 'boldest Indian woman' for pulling this off.

SAM BOMBAY SUPPORTS POONAM PANDEY

While the Internet continues to reprimand Poonam Pandey for her death hoax, her former husband Sam Bombay spoke in her favour. When asked if he was surprised to learn about Poonam's death hoax, he told Hindustan Times, “No. I'm delighted she did. She is alive. That's enough for me. Alhamdullilah.”

Sam then added, "When I heard the news, I felt nothing in my heart. There was no sense of loss. And I thought this can't be. Why do I feel nothing? Because when you're connected, you feel everything. I think about her (Poonam Pandey) every day. And, I pray for her every day. If something was wrong, I'd know.”

Sam Bombay also shared an update on their separation and added, "No, we are not divorced, yet.” He also said, “I am happy she is still alive. She has a lot to contribute.” He then added, “Listen to me, if someone raises awareness about an issue with complete disregard for their fame or image, let's respect that. Poonam Pandey is timeless. She is the boldest Indian woman. Several years from now, she'll be celebrated.”

SAM'S STATEMENT ON POONAM'S DEATH REPORTS

A day after Poonam Pandey's death report broke the Internet, Sam Bombay released an official statement. He wrote on Instagram, "I have not been able to fully process this. It certainly can't be true. And I don't want to believe it is. I'll compose my emotions and
post something shortly. Please pray for Poonam. I thank everyone for their condolences but I'll request you to assess and ask
questions. Something doesn't feel right (sic)."

Poonam Pandey, on February 3, announced that she is alive and that she faked her death to raise awareness about cervical cancer.