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When we think of television celebrities, we imagine red carpets, spotlight moments, and picture-perfect lives. But behind the dazzling smiles, some of your favorite TV stars have been fighting life-and-death battles—some in silence, others with powerful vulnerability.
These actors didn’t just entertain us on screen—they’ve shown us what it truly means to be brave. From shocking diagnoses to heartbreaking losses, here are the emotional stories of TV actors who battled cancer… and how their lives were forever changed.
💔 Hina Khan's Shocking Diagnosis—And a Wedding Amid Cancer
TV’s beloved Hina Khan, who captured hearts in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, stunned fans in 2024 when she revealed she was battling stage 3 breast cancer. Despite the diagnosis, she didn’t slow down. She kept working, inspiring millions by sharing raw, emotional updates on social media.
But what left everyone speechless? On June 4, 2025, while undergoing treatment, Hina married her longtime love, Rocky Jaiswal. A wedding amid chemotherapy—a love story and a battle for life, all in one.
🌸 Rozlyn Khan: “Cancer Changed My Life Forever”
Model and actress Rozlyn Khan, known for her role in Farhan Sabri: Aa Bhi Jaa, survived cancer—but she says it changed everything. On National Cancer Survivors Day, she bravely opened up about how the disease shattered her old self and gave her life a deeper meaning.
Her story is a reminder that survival isn’t just about medicine—it’s about mindset.
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🌼 Chhavi Mittal: From Diagnosis to Daily Struggles
Chhavi Mittal, known not just as an actress but a beloved YouTuber, was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in 2022. She didn’t keep it secret. She shared every step—from her surgery to her radiation sessions—turning her pain into a beacon of hope for countless women.
Though she's officially cancer-free, her battle continues. Hormone therapy brings daily side effects, but Chhavi keeps showing up, proving that healing isn’t linear—but it’s possible.
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😢 Vibhu Raghave’s Final Days Will Break Your Heart
In 2022, actor Vibhu Raghave—best known for Nisha Aur Uske Cousins—was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. But what fans didn’t know was how much he was struggling, both physically and financially.
In the end, Vibhu’s close friends went public, begging for financial support as his health deteriorated. He passed away at Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital—gone too soon, but remembered for his courage, talent, and final message of love to fans.
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These Are More Than Headlines—They’re Human Stories
These actors may be famous, but their battles are painfully real. Their stories aren't just about cancer—they’re about resilience, love, pain, and how life can change in a moment.