Actress Hina Khan celebrated her first wedding anniversary in June. The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata actress married her long-time boyfriend, Rocky Jaiswal, in an intimate ceremony at a time when she was battling stage 3 breast cancer. Soon after the wedding, the couple was also seen on a reality show called Pati, Patni, Aur Panga. While many called their marriage a publicity stunt for the show, Hina addressed the time in her podcast POVHina Khan on her relationship and marriage with Rocky JaiswalHina Khan and Rocky met and fell in love on the sets of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. After dating for 13-14 years, the couple took the plunge last year. Talking about their marriage being called a publicity stunt, Hina Khan said, “I really don’t care what people say; we know the reality. If you look at it from a publicity point of view, the actual real reason disappears.” Rocky added, “People have gotten so used to believing what’s false that they assume we actually married for the show.”Also Read: Hina Khan reveals love story with husband Rocky Jaiswal, says he ‘never left her side’ during battle with cancerHina further added, “We got married because we dated for the longest time, 13-14 years, and we wouldn’t have gotten married even now. It was all decided months in advance; it was under the Special Marriages Act. So we had to plan everything well in advance. We got married because we didn’t know about tomorrow. We had even decided the date well in advance.”Hina Khan on her rough patch in relationshipDiscussing going through a rough patch in their relationship, especially during her cancer battle, Hina Khan shared, “What kept our relationship going with whatever we have faced, there have been tough times and rough patches not in terms of compatibility. We are not in that space where we fight; we have been in real-life crises. Healthwise, whatever we have been through, especially in my case and his mother’s case, there have been times when I asked him to marry someone else. I told him many things won’t be the way they were. That’s where your love is tested; I was not testing him. Had he chosen that, I would have been happy for him; I love him so much that his happiness is more important than being with him.”Hina further added, “He chose to be with me in thick and thin; it was a very rough patch, we had to take tough decisions, and we did. Anyone who has been there with me at that time knows that I was able to do it only because of him. He made it look like a cakewalk.” Last year, talking about her battle with breast cancer, Hina Khan had told SCREEN, “Ro (Rocky) came home and told me about the diagnosis. I was having dinner, so he waited for me to finish and then he broke the news. It took around 10 minutes for it to sink in. I just couldn’t believe what happened. I just put my head down and didn’t know what to do. 15 minutes before Ro came home, I had told my brother that after many years, I was craving to have falooda. We just ordered it. Till then, I didn’t know anything because the doctor had directly called Rocky.”Also Read | Hina Khan shares emotional wedding video with husband Rocky Jaiswal: ‘With all the uncertainties in life…’“After he shared the news, nobody spoke a word. The news was going to consume me. Maybe I would have started crying, and then the bell rang. It was the falooda we ordered. At that moment I realized this may sound silly to a lot of people, but that falooda was a turning point for me. I thought to myself, ‘Hina, that’s your life; you called for a falooda, enjoy it, this is just a glitch, a hiccup that can be dealt with, but that is your life. We will wake up and go back to that life.’ So, I asked my brother to unpack the falooda, and we had it. We went to sleep and the next day went to the doctor. I am proud that I switched so soon at that moment and understood that crying over this was not my life, but living life the usual way was where I had to go back to. I am very happy that I didn’t let such big news consume me and decided to fight.”Story continues below this adLast year, Hina had shared a video from her intimate wedding with Rocky. In that, she said, “I just want to say a few words. It’s not a vow. It’s a feeling, and it’s an emotion. Being loved is beautiful, but to embrace a woman, with all the uncertainties in my life. I don’t know what is going to happen tomorrow. With all my flaws, accepting a woman. It’s the biggest blessing in the world. Thank you so much.”Nawaz Javed Kochra is a seasoned entertainment journalist at The Indian Express Online, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to the forefront of cultural reporting. With a focus on the television and Over-The-Top (OTT) landscapes, he has established himself as a prominent voice in the industry, known for his high-profile celebrity interviews and insightful coverage of the Indian entertainment sector. Experience & Career Nawaz holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Journalism from Mumbai University, providing him with a rigorous academic and ethical foundation. In his 11-year career, he has navigated through several of India's leading media houses, building a portfolio that spans digital, print, and broadcast media: The Indian Express: Currently leads coverage of TV and OTT content, producing both written analysis and popular video interview segments. Former Roles: He began his career at the iconic Stardust Magazine and later held key positions at Zoom TV, Zee Multimedia, MissMalini, Bollywood Bubble, and Raindrop Media. Expertise & Focus Areas Nawaz’s beat is characterized by a blend of exclusive access and trend analysis. His core areas of expertise include: Reality Television: Specialized coverage of major franchises like Bigg Boss, providing behind-the-scenes insights and winner profiles. OTT Ecosystem: Tracking the shift from traditional cable to digital streaming platforms, with a focus on web series and digital premieres. Celebrity Profiles & Interviews: Nawaz is celebrated for his ability to foster candid conversations with industry stalwarts, from music composers like Amaal Mallik to other TV legends. Investigative Entertainment News: Reporting on sensitive industry developments, including legal disputes and personal stories of resilience within the acting community. Authoritativeness & Trust With a reputation built on years of networking and credible reporting, Nawaz Kochra is a "known face" in the Mumbai media circuit. His work at The Indian Express adheres to the publication's "Journalism of Courage" standard, ensuring that even entertainment reporting is approached with accuracy, sensitivity, and transparency. His educational background and extensive tenure across diverse media platforms provide him with the authoritative perspective required to analyze the rapid evolution of Indian show business. ... Read MoreClick here to follow Screen Digital on YouTube and stay updated with the latest from the world of cinema.Tags:Hina Khan