Celebrities Shine at 7th Saquib Rizvi Cancer Awareness Marathon

7th Edition of Saquib Rizvi Memorial Cancer Awareness Marathon Witnesses Participation of MP Varsha Gaikwad, Amisha Patel, Terence Lewis, Anu Aggarwal, Faizu, Tina Ghai, and Even Motu Patlu! (Saqib Rizvi Memorial Cancer Awareness Marathon 2025)

The Help Yourself Foundation of the Rizvi Group successfully organized the grand 7th edition of the “Saquib Rizvi Memorial Cancer Awareness Marathon 2025” on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at BKC, Mumbai. Member of Parliament Varsha Gaikwad was the chief guest at the event, which was also attended by a host of celebrities, including Amisha Patel, dancer-choreographer Terence Lewis, Aashiqui actress Anu Aggarwal, social media star Faizu, actress Tina Ghai, actors Ali Khan and Nasir Khan, comedian Sunil Pal, and philanthropist Hussain Mansuri.

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Beloved cartoon characters Motu and Patlu also joined the celebration, cheering on the children and participants.
All the guests praised Dr. Akhtar Hasan Rizvi and Rubina Akhtar Hasan Rizvi for this noble initiative. The marathon saw the participation of thousands of runners, supporters, and celebrities united to raise awareness about cancer, environmental welfare, and women’s safety.

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One of the most inspiring highlights of the event was the participation of differently-abled individuals and women wearing hijabs, symbolizing inclusivity and courage. Every step taken was a stride towards building a cancer-free India.

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Dr. Akhtar Hasan Rizvi and Rubina Akhtar Hasan Rizvi felicitated all the guests on stage. Actress Amisha Patel entertained the crowd with her energetic dance performance on her hit song “Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai,” while Terence Lewis mesmerized everyone with his power-packed dance moves. Together with Anu Aggarwal, they became the faces of the event, spreading the message of hope and awareness.

Adv. Rubina Akhtar Hasan Rizvi, founder of Help Yourself Foundation, shared, “The number 7 has always been lucky for me. Our daughter’s wedding is next month, and with the ongoing rains, organizing this marathon amidst so many challenges wasn’t easy. But the purpose behind it is deeply important — spreading awareness about cancer and early diagnosis. We are thrilled to see even greater participation this year compared to previous editions. Our goal has always been to honor cancer survivors and spread awareness through the marathon. We aim to encourage people to adopt a healthy lifestyle, face life’s obstacles with courage, and know how to respond if diagnosed. We wholeheartedly stand with all those bravely battling this dreadful disease.”

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Amisha Patel, Terence Lewis, and Anu Aggarwal urged everyone present to get regular cancer screenings, emphasizing that “there is no need to fear — cancer is curable if detected early.

FAQs

Question 1. What is the Saqib Rizvi Memorial Cancer Awareness Marathon?

Answer: It is an annual marathon organised by the Help Yourself Foundation of the Rizvi Group with the aim of spreading cancer awareness and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Question 2. When and where was the 2025 event held?

Answer: The 7th edition of this marathon was held on Sunday, 2 November 2025, at BKC, Mumbai.

Question 3. Who was the chief guest of the program?

Answer: This year's chief guest was MP Varsha Gaikwad.

Question 4. Which celebrities attended this event?

Answer: Many famous faces like Ameesha Patel, Terence Lewis, Aashiqui fame Anu Aggarwal, Faizu, Tina Ghai, Ali Khan, Nasir Khan, comedian Sunil Pal, and philanthropist Hussain Mansuri were present at the event.

Question 5. What is the main objective of this marathon?

Answer: Its main objective is to make people aware of cancer prevention, the importance of early detection, and fitness.