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News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Manisha Koirala Recalls Cancer Diagnosis: 'I Thought I'm Going To Die'
Last Updated: Manisha Koirala opens up about surviving ovarian cancer: 'I thought I'm going to die.' The actress reflects on life, resilience, and her recent honorary doctorate. Veteran Bollywood actress and cancer survivor Manisha Koirala recently shared emotional and inspiring reflections on her life journey during a special event hosted by Here & Now 365 at The Chambers, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate, London. The Dil Se.. star, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2012, recalled the devastating moment she first heard the news. 'When the doctor told me I had cancer, I thought, this is it. I'm going to die. But by God's grace, I didn't. I learned to live again," she said, adding, 'Resilience isn't a heroic burst. It's a series of small choices, made moment by moment." Koirala was in conversation with Manish Tiwari, founder of Here & Now 365, where she also weighed in on Nepal's ongoing political crisis, expressing her deep connection to her homeland. Celebrating a personal milestone, Manisha Koirala was recently conferred an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Bradford, a recognition of her resilience, life experiences, and contribution to society. Taking to Instagram, she shared a heartfelt video from the graduation ceremony. 'Today, I received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford. I stand here not as someone who came through the traditional path of education, but as someone who learned through life — through hard work, failure, resilience, and service," she wrote. She continued with a message of hope and gratitude: 'This honor means more than I can put into words. It's proof that no matter where you start, your journey matters. Thank you to the University of Bradford for seeing value in my story. Keep growing. Keep shining…" On this celebratory day, Manisha also took a poignant moment to remember her late grandmother, Sushila Koirala, who played a pivotal role in shaping her life. 'Offering deepest tribute to mother Susila, who raised me, taught me the values of life and founded me the foundation of who I am today," she wrote in an emotional Instagram post. 'My sweetest childhood memories are attached to her — whether learning life lessons, learning Bharatanatyam or Manipuri dance, or reading a book." She lovingly called her grandmother her 'first teacher" and shared archival photographs in her memory. Sushila Koirala, a noted classical dancer and theatre director, passed away in 2007 in Kathmandu. On the professional front, Manisha was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, where her portrayal of Mallikajaan received rave reviews and marked a powerful return to screen. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Straits Times
18-07-2025
- Science
- New Straits Times
UM V-C honoured by University of Bradford
KUALA LUMPUR:Universiti Malaya Vice-Chancellor Professor Datuk Seri Dr Noor Azuan Abu Osman has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Engineering by the University of Bradford, marking a nostalgic return to the institution where he first began his academic journey more than three decades ago. The University of Bradford conferred the prestigious title in recognition of Professor Azuan's outstanding contributions to the fields of biomechanical engineering and higher education leadership. A globally respected figure in biomechanical innovation, Professor Azuan is also a prominent voice in Malaysia's academic landscape. Receiving the honorary degree at a special ceremony, Professor Azuan expressed his deep gratitude and personal connection to the university, where he earned a BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. "It is an immense honour and pride for me to be recognised at a place where I first gained my valuable life values and lessons, and where I have been so warmly welcomed and supported throughout my entire study life. This is simply beyond words." Reflecting on his life's work, Professor Azuan highlighted the transformative power of innovation and compassion in engineering. "From the beginning, I have been inspired by the potential of innovation to give people a new beginning. "It brings me great joy to see that our work is no longer just research on paper, but practical solutions that make a real difference, especially for those most vulnerable. This is the essence of life, to do good and to contribute to a better tomorrow for all of mankind." He recalled a deeply moving moment from his career. "One of the most unforgettable moments in my journey was witnessing the joy of Palestinian children just 7 or 8 years old fitted with prosthetic limbs we helped create. "Their eyes sparkled with the light of newfound hope. These devices were sponsored by Tesco, but the real sponsors were compassion and human solidarity. Seeing their smiles, that is when I knew this is why we do what we do. There is no greater reward. "I accept this honorary doctorate with deep appreciation, but more importantly, as a reminder that our work must always be driven by compassion, purpose and the desire to uplift others. "Let us all, in our own ways, be agents of change, for people, for animals, for the world." Professor Azuan also spoke about the entrepreneurial journey that stemmed from his academic work. "Through the support of Universiti Malaya, which has been my academic home and life platform, I had the honour of founding BioApps Private Limited — a spin-off company of Universiti Malaya that, over the past seven years, has generated more than RM35 million in value. "This is not just a company — it is a vision brought to life. A vision powered by the dedication of my 43 PhD graduates, 45 master's students by research and a multitalented global team, who turned the dream into reality. I share this award with every single one of them." Since he was appointed vice- chancellor in November 2023, Professor Azuan has spearheaded the university's rise in global rankings, with UM now positioned among the world's Top 58 in the QS World University Rankings. He has championed research commercialisation, innovation and robust partnerships between academia and industry. His previous leadership roles include serving as Universiti Malaysia Terengganu's deputy vice-chancellor and Universiti Tenaga Nasional's vice-chancellor. In 2022, he was honoured with Malaysia's National Academic Award for Product Innovation and Commercialisation by the prime minister. His work has helped place Malaysia as the second leading nation globally in prosthetics and orthotics research, just behind the United States. Among his many accolades, Professor Azuan has received the Forchheimer Prize in Belgium — the highest honour in biomechanical engineering — and the Blesma Award from the International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics for his advances in prosthetic socket design. His conferment by the University of Bradford not only celebrates a significant personal and professional milestone but also reinforces the academic and research ties between Malaysia and the United Kingdom, while spotlighting Universiti Malaya's growing global influence.
News18
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Manisha Koirala Receives Honorary Doctorate From UK's University Of Bradford
Last Updated: Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford for her contributions and life journey. She shared her excitement on Instagram. Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala was recently conferred with an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Bradford, marking a proud moment in her inspiring journey. Known for her role in Dil Se.., Koirala shared that her learning has come not through conventional education but through life experiences, calling herself a student of life Sharing the news on Instagram, the Dil Se.. actress posted a video from the graduation ceremony and reflected on her unique life path. 'Today, I received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford," she wrote. 'I stand here not as someone who came through the traditional path of education, but as someone who learned through life — through hard work, failure, resilience, and service." Koirala expressed deep gratitude to the university for recognising her journey and story. 'This honor means more than I can put into words. It's proof that no matter where you start, your journey matters. Thank you to the University of Bradford for seeing value in my story. Keep growing. Keep shining…" she added in her heartfelt post. Take a look below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manisha Koirala (@m_koirala) Apart from celebrating this professional high, Koirala also took a moment to remember someone very personal. On the same day, she paid a tribute to her late grandmother, Sushila Koirala, in an emotional Instagram note. 'Offering deepest tribute to mother Susila, who raised me, taught me the values of life and founded me the foundation of who I am today. My sweetest childhood memories are attached to her — whether learning life lessons, learning Bharatanatyam or Manipuri dance, or reading a book," she wrote. She called her grandmother her 'first teacher" and shared two photographs to honour her memory. Sushila Koirala, a respected classical dancer and theatre director, passed away on 13 July 2007 in Kathmandu, Nepal. On the work front, Manisha was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's acclaimed Netflix series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, where her performance as Mallikajaan earned widespread praise. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Manisha Koirala receives honorary doctorate, Celebrates Bradford's cultural milestone, joins Burberry's Daniel Lee in honours
Actress Manisha Koirala has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Bradford. Taking to Instagram, the 'Dil Se' actress shared a heartfelt note, mentioning that the honor holds special significance as it coincides with Bradford being named the UK City of Culture for 2025. In her post, Manisha expressed her heartfelt gratitude, calling it a "huge honor." She also acknowledged the presence of acclaimed designer Daniel Lee, Creative Director of Burberry, who was honored alongside her. Sharing her picture, Koirala wrote, "It's a huge honor to receive an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford - especially in the year it's been named the UK City of Culture 2025. Even more meaningful to share this recognition alongside the talented Daniel Lee, Creative Director of Burberry. Congratulations to the Class of 2025 - your journey is just beginning! HonoraryDoctorate #Bradford2025 #CityOfCulture #DanielLee #Burberry #Gratitude #classof2025. " In the image, the actress is seen smiling as she poses with her hand on her graduation cap, radiating pride and joy. A few days ago, the 'Heeramandi' actress had shared a video from the graduation ceremony and captioned it, "Today, I received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford. I stand here not as someone who came through the traditional path of education, but as someone who learned through life - through hard work, failure, resilience, and service. " Expressing her heartfelt thanks to the University of Bradford for recognizing her contributions, Manisha wrote, "This honor means more than I can put into words. It's proof that no matter where you start, your journey matters. Thank you to the University of Bradford for seeing value in my story. Keep growing. Keep shining...." On the work front, the 'Lajja' actress' most recent appearance was in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's acclaimed web series "Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar," where she played the role of Mallikajaan.
India Today
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Manisha Koirala gets honorary doctorate from University of Bradford, shares video
Actor Manisha Koirala was recently honoured with an honorary doctorate by the University of Bradford. Known for iconic roles in films like 'Dil Se..', Koirala shared that her education has come not through traditional means but through real-life experiences, calling herself a 'student of life.'Sharing a video from the ceremony on Instagram, she wrote, 'Today, I received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Bradford. I stand here not as someone who came through the traditional path of education, but as someone who learned through life – through hard work, failure, resilience, and service (sic).'advertisementExpressing her gratitude, the 'Heeramandi' actor added, 'This honour means more than I can put into words. It's proof that no matter where you start, your journey matters. Thank you to the University of Bradford for seeing value in my story. Keep growing. Keep shining (sic).' Take a look at the video: Alongside this professional milestone, Manisha also took a moment to remember her late grandmother, Sushila Koirala, in an emotional tribute shared a day before. Recalling her grandmother as her 'first teacher,' Manisha wrote, 'Offering deepest tribute to mother Susila, who raised me, taught me the values of life and founded me the foundation of who I am today. My sweetest childhood memories are attached to her - whether learning life lessons, learning Bharatanatyam or Manipuri dance, or reading a book (sic).' She also posted two photos in honour of her grandmother, a respected classical dancer and theatre director who died on July 13, 2007 in Kathmandu, the work front, Manisha Koirala was recently seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar'. Her performance as Mallikajaan received widespread praise.- EndsMust Watch
