"Poonam Pandey's Fake Death Stunt Sparks Outrage and Backlash"

Indian model and actress Poonam Pandey faced backlash after faking her death on Instagram to raise awareness for cervical cancer, with critics calling it a "deceptive stunt." Pandey later admitted to the hoax, stating that it had successfully sparked conversations about the disease. Despite criticism, she thanked an ad firm for their support and defended the campaign's intentions. Cervical cancer is a significant issue in India, with health campaigners advocating for a national HPV vaccination campaign to reduce its incidence.