Poonam Pandey 'Dead From Cervical Cancer' Stunt: Life And Controversies She Was Involved In

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Actress, model, and social media influencer Poonam Pandey passed away due to cervical cancer on Thursday, 1 February was actually a stunt to raise awareness related to this type of cancer. The news of the 32-year-old's sudden death was shared on her Instagram profile by her team and sent shockwaves across the nation, however later through a video she clarified she was alive.

Talking about her career, Pandey made headlines for the wrong reasons over the years. While Poonam's life was a complex tapestry of fame, notoriety, and personal battles, let us know about the controversies she was involved in.

2011 Cricket World Cup Promise To Strip Naked
It was in 2011 when Poonam garnered a lot of attention as she had promised to strip naked for the Indian cricket team if they won the Cricket World Cup. However, the actress pulled back from her promise saying that there were objections from her parents and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). This act was just the beginning of a series of controversies that would follow her throughout her career.

Posting Sexually Explicit Videos On Social Media
In 2014, Poonam posted a sexually explicit video on her official website for which she faced obscenity charges. The video was titled "The Bathroom Secrets," and it led to legal troubles for her, showcasing the legal and ethical boundaries she often crossed. However, this got her a lot of attention and followers on social media platforms.

Poonam's App Ban
In 2019, Google Play Store banned Poonam's mobile app as it violated its policies. This app was infamous for its explicit and bold content, which Google deemed in violation of its guidelines.

Arrest During COVID-19 Lockdown
During the COVID-19-induced lockdown, Poonam and her husband Sam Bombay were arrested by the Mumbai Police for not following the lockdown rules.

Accused Husband Of Assault
Furthermore, Poonam accused Sam of assault, leading to his arrest. Her revelations on the reality show Lock Upp, hosted by Kangana Ranaut, highlighted the tumultuous nature of their relationship and she also revealed that Sam used to beat her.