Actress Hina Khan, known for her role as Akshara in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, has provided her fans with a candid update on her ongoing battle with Stage Three breast cancer. The 36-year-old actress, who is currently undergoing chemotherapy, took to Instagram on Monday to share a “life update” with her 20.3 million followers.
A Candid Update Amidst a Tough Journey
In a Reel video posted on her Instagram, Hina appears wearing a black t-shirt and a wig, addressing her fans with a heartfelt message. “Let me give you a quick life update about what’s going on in my life,” she begins. “I know sometimes I just vanish from everywhere, and you all get worried. But I am okay, I am doing okay. I am through my fifth chemo infusion, three more to go.”
Hina’s voice, filled with both strength and vulnerability, reveals the challenges she faces. “Some days are hard, very very very hard. Some days are good. Like today is a good day. I feel nice, I feel better,” she says, with visible pain in her eyes. The actress reassures her followers, explaining that her occasional absences are necessary for her healing process. “And it’s okay sometimes I vanish. I need that time to heal and to feel better. Everything else is fine, keep praying for me. These days will pass, they have to pass. And I am going to be absolutely okay. I have full faith in the almighty. And I am fighting. Please keep me in your prayers.”
The video was captioned simply as “Life update…DUA,” reflecting her reliance on prayer and support from her fans during this challenging time.
An Outpouring of Support from the Industry
The post quickly garnered an outpouring of love and encouragement from fellow actors and fans alike. Actress Juhi Parmar commented, “Brave girl…sending love,” while Arti Singh wrote, “You are in our prayers…everyone is praying… you are God’s favorite child.” Other celebrities like Himanshi Khurana, Sophie Choudry, and Kishwer Merchantt also expressed their support, sending messages of strength and hope.
A Multifaceted Career
Hina Khan has had an illustrious career in the entertainment industry, participating in popular reality shows like Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8, Bigg Boss 11, and Bigg Boss 14. She has also starred in films such as Hacked and Wishlist, and made her Punjabi film debut with Shinda Shinda No Papa alongside Gippy Grewal. Her upcoming project includes the film Country of Blind.
As Hina continues her fight against cancer, her fans and the entertainment industry stand by her, offering prayers and well-wishes for her recovery.
