Selvaraghavan's Wife Gitanjali Reveals Brain Tuberculosis Diagnosis Through Candid Instagram Post

Gitanjali Selvaraghavan Reveals Brain Tuberculosis Diagnosis: Gitanjali Selvaraghavan, the wife of filmmaker Selvaraghavan, has publicly shared that she is currently undergoing treatment for brain tuberculosis. The announcement came via her Instagram account, where she posted a series of cartoons along with a caption that candidly detailed her experience so far.

In the post, Gitanjali wrote about the unusual onset of her illness, describing how it began with an abscess that made even sitting a discomfort. "Turns out, I had tuberculosis," she wrote, explaining that it wasn't the pulmonary type commonly associated with the disease but one that had reached her brain. She also mentioned experiencing a minor seizure during lunch, which eventually led to her diagnosis. "My right leg is currently on a temporary, amicable separation from the rest of my central nervous system," she added, using a tone that was both humorous and unflinching.

A Personal Update Shared With Poise and Humor

Despite the serious nature of her condition, Gitanjali maintained a distinctive and playful tone throughout the post. "I'm still laughing, still standing(ish), and still in lipstick," she said. "Because of course, darling - I'm sick, not dead."

Gitanjali has maintained a steady presence on Instagram, often sharing snippets of her personal life. Her post on the illness quickly drew responses from many of her followers, some of whom expressed shock while others extended messages of strength and support.

Gitanjali married director Selvaraghavan on 19 June 2011. She is the daughter of P. S. Raman, a former Advocate General of Tamil Nadu. The two first collaborated on Mayakkam Enna, where she worked as an assistant director. The couple has three children: Leelavathi (born January 2012), Omkar (October 2013), and Rishikesh (January 2021).

Brain tuberculosis, though less common than its pulmonary counterpart, is a recognized and serious manifestation of the disease, requiring extended treatment and regular medical supervision. Gitanjali mentioned being on a medication regimen that includes rifampicin, known for its vivid orange hue-a detail she acknowledged with characteristic wit.