In the birth anniversary of her late father, actress Hina Khan took to Instagram to share a heartfelt video, expressing her longing for her father and wishing for “just one hug.” The actress, who is currently undergoing chemotherapy for Stage 3 breast cancer, posted the emotional tribute on her Instagram Stories, where she has over 20 million followers.

The video, accompanied by the caption, “Papa I can handle every situation, but when I remember you, I am unable to control myself,” captures the depth of Hina’s grief. She added a personal message, writing, “8th August… Happy birthday dad… just one hug dad, just one hug,” followed by crying face and broken heart emojis.

Hina Khan is best known for her iconic role as Akshara in the popular television show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. Her career spans various reality TV shows, including Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8, Bigg Boss 11, and Bigg Boss 14. Beyond television, she has also ventured into films, starring in movies such as Hacked, Wishlist, and the short film Smartphone.

In addition to her work in television and film, Hina has also made a mark in the music industry, featuring in music videos like Bhasoodi, Raanjhana, Humko Tum Mil Gaye, Patthar Wargi, Baarish Ban Jaana, Main Bhi Barbaad, Mohabbat Hai, and Barsaat Aa Gayi. Her latest appearance is in the track Halki Halki Si by Asees Kaur and Saaj Bhatt.

Hina recently made her debut in Punjabi cinema with the film Shinda Shinda No Papa, starring alongside Gippy Grewal. Looking ahead, she is set to appear in the upcoming film Country of Blind.

On the personal front, Hina Khan is in a relationship with Rocky Jaiswal, the supervising producer of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.