World’s first Indian Miss Universe Sushmita Sen shares health update with fans after suffering heart attack
THE WORLD’S first Indian Miss Universe has shared a health update with her fans after suffering a heart attack.
Sushmita Sen, 47, had the health scare in March during the filming of her upcoming web series, Aarya.
But on Wednesday evening, the Indian star shared positive news to her fans.
Answering questions on her Instagram live, she said: “My health is fabulous… I have been eating well.”
Sushmita’s 7.2 million followers also got some updates on the upcoming season of Aarya.
“I am waiting for Aarya 3 too. I think it’s going to be very lovely this time,” she said.
“There is a lot that has gone into it … so many things to tell you when we finally discuss Aarya about all the stuff that we did, pre health scare and all the action we did post.
“I hope you like it.”
Sushmita later posted the live on her Instagram and added the caption, “I missed you guys!
“Love you for all the goodness you bring to my life… Always!”
Earier this year, fans were left in shock after the model revealed she had suffered a heart attack.
The Bollywood star had to undergo angioplasty and stent implant as a result.
Sharing a picture with her father on Instagram, Sushmita wrote: “‘Keep your heart happy & courageous, and it’ll stand by you when you need it the most Shona’ (Wise words by my father @sensubir).
“I suffered a heart attack a couple of days back…Angioplasty done…stent in place…and most importantly, my cardiologist re-confirmed I do have a big heart.
She added: “Lots of people to thank for their timely aid & constructive action…will do so in another post!
“This post is just to keep you (my well wishers & loved ones) informed of the good news …that all is well & I am ready for some life again!
“I love you guys beyond!”
Sushmita was the winner of the Miss Universe in 1994, becoming the first Indian woman to win the pageant.
In May, she celebrated the 29-year anniversary of her win.
Sushmita was previously crowned Femina Miss India 1994 at the age of 18.
After her Miss Universe win, she has worked as a Bollywood film actress, starring in productions including Main Hoon Na, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya, and Biwi No.1.
As well as Aarya 3, the Bollywood icon has played a transgender person in her other web series, Taali, which was released last month.