Alka Yagnik reveals rare hearing loss diagnosis, Sonu Nigam, Ila Arun and others wish speedy recovery: see inside | Hindi Movie News

Singer Alka Yagnik, who ruled the music scene in the 90s and 2000s with her melodious voice, recently shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, revealing a challenging health diagnosis. She disclosed that a few weeks ago, after a flight, she suddenly experienced hearing loss, which doctors diagnosed as a rare sensory neural nerve condition caused by a viral infection.Alka expressed her shock and urged her fans to pray for her recovery during this difficult time.

In her Instagram post, Alka Yagnik mentioned gathering courage to speak out after being absent for a while due to her health. She cautioned her fans, especially young colleagues, about the risks of exposure to loud music and headphones. Despite the setback, she expressed hope to eventually discuss more about health risks associated with her profession and thanked her audience for their unwavering support and understanding.

The ‘San Sanana’ singer wrote, “To all my fans, friends, followers and well wishers.
A few weeks ago, as I walked out of a flight, I suddenly felt I was not able to hear anything.
Having mustered some courage in the weeks following the episode, I want to break my silence now for all my friends and well wishers who have been asking me why I’m missing in action.

It has been diagnosed by my docs as a rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss, due to a viral attack…This sudden, major setback has caught me completely unawares. As I attempt to come to terms with it please keep me in your prayers. For my fans and young colleagues, I would add a word of caution regarding exposure to very loud music and headphones. One day, I wish to share the health perils of my professional life. With all your love and support I am hoping to recalibrate my life and come back to you soon. Your support and understanding will mean the world to me in this critical hour…🙏💕”
Her post garnered swift responses from fellow artists like Sonu Nigam, Ila Arun, and Poonam Dhillon, who sent heartfelt wishes and prayers for her speedy recovery. Sonu Nigam shared his concern and promised to visit her soon, while Ila Arun and Poonam Dhillon conveyed their love and support, expressing confidence in Alka’s swift recovery with the best medical care.

Yagnik is known for songs like Agar Tum Saath Ho, Baazigar, Tip Tip Barsa Paani, Chura Ke Dil Mera and others.