Actress Hina Khan, known for her roles in popular television series, has been candidly sharing her battle with stage 3 breast cancer on social media. Recently, Khan posted a series of selfies on Instagram, offering fans a glimpse into her struggles and strength during treatment. In a heartfelt message, she opened up about her condition, revealing that she is suffering from mucositis, a painful side effect of chemotherapy that affects the mucous membranes.
Despite the physical pain, Khan remains positive, writing, “Everything Hurts, Lekin smile nahi jaani chahiye.. Haina? So many problems, can’t even eat properly without feeling pain. But that’s no reason to be negative. I choose to Smile and encourage myself. I tell myself that all this will be over and we will get through this (InshaAllah)—one Smile at a Time.”
On August 25, the actress celebrated her mother’s birthday, sharing a heartwarming video in which her mother is seen blowing out candles and cutting a cake. The table was adorned with flowers for the special occasion. In the video, Khan’s mother can be heard making a heartfelt wish for her daughter’s recovery, saying, “My wish this time is that Hina should be absolutely fine by this time next year. Then we will celebrate very well. I pray from my heart for Hina to get better.”
Khan has also shared glimpses of how she is finding moments of joy amid her health journey. Last month, she stepped out for the first time in months, treating herself to some “chocolates and shopping.” She posted pictures enjoying macaroons, hot chocolate, and a bit of retail therapy, captioning the photos, “Indulging into a well-deserved treat… Just me, pampering myself and loving it.”
In a powerful video posted earlier, Khan documented her first chemotherapy session, which took place immediately after attending an award show. The video shows her transitioning from the glamour of the red carpet to the stark reality of treatment, with Khan declaring, “All glam is gone and I’m ready for my first chemo in the hospital. Let’s get better.”
Hina Khan rose to fame through her role as Akshara in the hit series Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and has participated in reality shows such as Khatron Ke Khiladi and Bigg Boss 11. She has also made appearances in films like Hacked and Lines, and starred in web series Damaged 2.
