Ram Pothineni Speaks to Fan Suffering from a Rare Disease...

Tollywood actor Ram Pothineni has won hearts with his compassionate gesture toward an 18-year-old fan suffering from a rare genetic disorder. Shashibhavya, from Duppalapudi village in Anaparthi mandal of East Godavari district, has been battling Lafora myoclonic epilepsy and is now bedridden due to frequent seizures and neurological complications. A huge fan of Ram, she reportedly responds with excitement whenever she hears his name, while her parents use his films and videos to help her eat and take medication. The emotional story reached Ram through the media and social media.

Ram immediately responded by speaking to Shashibhavya and her parents through a video call and offering them emotional support. He said he had received her medical reports and assured the family that he would take care of her expenses for medicines and other medical requirements going forward. He also urged her parents to keep her happy and ensure that she receives her medication on time. Ram thanked the media, fans and social media influencers who brought the family’s situation to his attention.