Actress Hina Khan has been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, she said in a statement issued on Friday, requesting privacy during this difficult time.
“Hello Everyone, To address the recent rumour, I want to share some important news with all the Hinaholics and everyone who loves and cares for me. I have been diagnosed with Stage Three Breast Cancer,” the 36-year-old actress wrote on Instagram.
Assuring fans that she is doing well despite the diagnosis, Hina said, “I am strong, determined, and fully committed to overcoming this disease. My treatment has already begun, and I am ready to do everything necessary to emerge from this even stronger.”
Hina further requested her fans for respect and privacy during this time. “Your personal experiences, anecdotes, and supportive suggestions would mean the world to me as I navigate this journey. I, along with my family and loved ones, remain focused, determined, and positive. With the grace of the Almighty, we believe I will overcome this challenge and be completely healthy. Please send your prayers, blessings. and love. Love, Hina,” she wrote.
Celebrities like Sunil Grover, Rohan Mehra, Ankita Lokhande, Helly Shah, Rashami Desai, Aamir Ali and Sayantani Ghosh extended their support to the actress in the comments section.
“U have always been very strong and sending you prayer and lots of healing,” Uttaran actress Rashami Desai wrote. “You will be fine soon. Wishes and love,” Sunil Grover commented.
Hina shot to fame with her role as Akshara in the popular TV serial Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. She is also known for participating in reality shows like Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi. After winning a fan base from her TV roles, Hina switched to films and OTT content with projects like Hacked and Damaged 2. She last starred in the Punjabi film Shinda Shinda No Papa alongside Gippy Grewal.
