From her controversial exit from Yeh Rishta after 8 years to being the first TV actress to dazzle the Cannes red carpet: Times when Hina Khan made headlines

Hina Khan has been in the news for various reasons throughout her career. Recently, she has been courageously battling stage three breast cancer with positivity and optimism, inspiring countless fans with her strength and resilience. Earlier in her career, she made headlines for her controversial exit from the popular television show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai after a successful eight-year run, reportedly due to creative differences and a generation leap. Her journey has been marked by both personal and professional challenges, but Hina Khan continues to be a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, admired for her talent, grace, and unwavering spirit. Let’s take a look at the times when she made headlines.

Hina Khan recently shared heartbreaking news with her fans on social media. In a post on Instagram, she mentioned being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. However, Hina is tackling it with all the positivity and courage. She shared a series of posts on social media recently revealing how is set to overcome the challenges. The actress underwent her first chemotherapy yesterday. Shilpa Shinde, Shivangi Joshi, Mohsin Khan, Juhi Parmer, Niti Taylor, Ayesha Singh, Gauahar Khan, Shraddha Arya, Jennifer Winget, Nakuul Mehta, Mouni Roy, Rajiv Adatia, Rohan Mehra, and many others wished Hina best.

Hina Khan made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 2019, walking the red carpet to unveil the poster for her film "Lines," directed by Hussain Khan. For her first appearance, she wore a grey embellished gown designed by a Lebanese designer. She has since become the first television actor to walk the Cannes red carpet, inspiring other Indian television actors and films to attend the festival.

Hina Khan's views on TikTok sparked attention as she shared her insights on how individuals have turned it into a career. In an interview with an entertainment portal, Hina Khan expressed her opinion that people are drawn to TikTok because it offers a quick way to earn money. While some users may have genuine talent, she noted that their primary focus is on gaining followers. Hina Khan pointed out that many individuals with the potential to excel in fields like medicine or engineering instead devote their time to TikTok, treating it as a full-time profession rather than a hobby or part-time pursuit.

Hina Khan was a part of Bigg Boss season 11. The actress didn’t win the trophy of the show but managed to win the hearts of the people. Her career graph skyrocketed post-the show and till date the actress is one of the most loved in the industry. Her journey in the controversial reality show is remembered and loved to date.

Hina Khan stirred controversy as she body-shamed her co-contestants on Bigg Boss 11 and even mocked the physical appearance of other actors and actresses on the show, including name-calling Shilpa Shinde and mocking the appearance of Sakshi Tanwar. In a conversation with Arshi, through her gesture, Hina hinted that Sakshi is ‘cross-eyed.’ Moreover, she was seen talking about Gauahar Khan and Sunny Leone’s followers on social media.

Hina Khan sparked controversy during her stint on Bigg Boss 11 with her remarks about the South Indian film industry. She claimed that filmmakers in the South expect their female leads to gain weight and showcase their curves. Hina alleged that she was offered two movie roles, but turned them down because the filmmakers requested that she put on weight to fit their desired aesthetic. Her comments generated significant buzz on social media, with many users debating the merits of her claim.

Hina Khan's departure from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai in 2016 was shrouded in controversy. After playing the lead role of Akshara for eight years, she decided to leave the show due to a generation leap. Her exit was reportedly fueled by her strained relationship with co-star Karan Mehra, who played Naitik. The show's producer, Rajan Shahi, later claimed that the show continued to thrive even after Hina's character was written out.