I miss Sonali Bendre and I know she will come back soon, says Omung Kumar

Mumbai: The former judge of India's Best Dramebaaz and a filmmaker Omung Kumar said that Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre, who is fighting against cancer is a strong lady and a fighter.

The actress had to quit the television reality show in the between as she was diagnosed with metastatic cancer and had to go to New York for treatment.

The actress was replaced by Huma Qureshi who judged the show along with Vivek Oberoi.

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Praying for Sonali's good health, Omung said, "I miss her a lot, but I know she is a fighter, she will come back for sure. I think she is going to come back before the finale. Get well soon, Sonali."

Omung, who judged a few episodes of the show with Sonali, said that her presence on the set used to create a beautiful atmosphere.

"Sonali is a mother figure. She is a calm and composed person, so while judging the show, she knew better than me and Vivek about how to deal with the kids.

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"She and I used to discuss our issues on the set. We had a lot of fun. As a judge, as she is a mother herself, she knew the best when to behave strictly with the kids and when to have fun," added the Mary Kom director.

'India's Best Dramebaaz' is an acting talent hunt show for children which is aired on Zee TV.