Television star Hina Khan on Friday gave her fans a glimpse of the touching surprises she received on her 37th birthday. Hina, who is currently battling stage three breast cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message and a video showcasing the love and support that poured in from her friends, fans, and well-wishers.
Hina thanks her fans for their birthday gifts and wishes
In her emotional post, Hina reflected on the outpouring of affection, writing, “What a lovely surprise 🌸 It’s been so many years of constant love, fanfare, and unshakeable support. I am blown away by your dedication, your support, your genuine admiration every year. You outdo yourselves every single time. In every thick and thin, in every hardship, every challenge… you all, my HINAHOLICS, have been like my strength, my shadow, my guardians.”
She went on to express her appreciation for the unwavering loyalty of her fans, particularly during this challenging time in her life. “I know you have my back… come what may… and you have proved it over and over again, even in such a crucial phase of my life,” she added.
Hina also acknowledged the countless gestures of love, from flowers and handwritten letters to birthday cards, cakes, gifts, and decorations, along with the overwhelming sea of supportive messages she received. “Every single effort is noticed, cherished, and appreciated… It means the world to me… you all mean the world to me,” she concluded with deep gratitude.
The accompanying video featured Hina being genuinely surprised by the touching efforts of her fans, who sent her an array of gifts, including bouquets, photo albums, posters, and a special birthday cake. Throughout the video, Hina’s face lit up with appreciation as she took in the thoughtful gestures. She ended the video with a heartfelt thank you to her fans, expressing how much their love and support have meant to her during this difficult chapter.
On the work front
Hina, best known for her iconic role as Akshara in ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, has made her mark not only in television but also, in reality, shows like ‘Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 8’, ‘Bigg Boss 11’. She has also ventured into films with projects like ‘Hacked’, ‘Wishlist’, and the short film ‘Smartphone’.
Most recently, Hina made her debut in Punjabi cinema with the film ‘Shinda Shinda No Papa’, where she starred alongside Gippy Grewal, Shinda Grewal, and Hardeep Gill.