Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha recently made headlines due to her harrowing experience while stuck in a war-hit Israel. She has now shared her first statement on Instagram, reflecting on the daunting 36 hours she and her team endured during the crisis. In her heartfelt note, she expressed her gratitude to the Indian Government, the Indian Embassy, and the Israeli Embassy for ensuring their safe return to India.
A Terrifying Ordeal
Nushrratt had traveled to Israel to attend the Haifa International Film Festival and promote her recent film, Akelli. In her statement, she recounted the terrifying experience: “We were woken up to the deafening sounds of bombs going off, a blaring siren, and complete and utter panic.” She further added that she and others were all rushed down into a ‘shelter’ in the basement of the hotel. Nushrratt also added that after what seemed like an endless wait, they learned that Israel was under attack.
Gratitude for Assistance
During the crisis, Nushrratt and her team made desperate calls for help. She expressed her deep gratitude for the Indian Government and the Israeli Embassy, who played a crucial role in ensuring their safe return during this difficult and life-threatening time. The actress concluded her note by saying, “As someone who has barely escaped a war zone, I cannot be more grateful today. I’m back home and safe with my family members and loved ones.”
Nushrratt’s Reassurance to Fans
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Nushrratt also shared a video on her Instagram in which she thanked everyone for their prayers and well wishes. She assured her fans of her safety and recounted the scary incident while expressing gratitude for those who aided them during this challenging period.
Support from the Industry
After sharing her video, Nushrratt received love and support from fellow industry members, including Varun Dhawan and Amruta Khanvilkar. They expressed their relief at her safe return.