In a somber turn of events, popular television actress Hina Khan has canceled her planned post-wedding celebration with the paparazzi, citing the devastating Air India plane crash that occurred in Ahmedabad on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The actress, who recently tied the knot with longtime beau Rocky Jaiswal in an intimate ceremony on June 4, expressed her profound sorrow and deemed it inappropriate to celebrate amidst such a national tragedy.
The unfortunate incident involved Air India Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, which crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The flight, carrying 242 people including 230 passengers and 12 crew members, plummeted into a residential area, specifically the doctors’ hostel of BJ Medical College, leading to a catastrophic loss of life. Reports indicate that 241 of the 242 individuals on board perished, with only one survivor. Additionally, at least 33 people on the ground were killed, bringing the total death toll to 274. The crash site was engulfed in a massive fire, intensified by the plane’s heavy fuel load.
Hina Khan, known for her empathetic nature, personally addressed the paparazzi, who had gathered for the celebration, to convey her decision. In a video widely circulated on social media, she was seen apologizing to them, stating, “Bohot hi dukhad ek tragedy thi… mujhe nahi lagta ki humein is waqt koi celebration karna chahiye (It was a very sad tragedy… I don’t think we should be celebrating at this time).” She further added, “Toh hum ise postpone kar rahe hain, aur next time karenge. Sorry (So we are postponing it, and will do it next time. Sorry).” Her decision to prioritize national mourning over personal festivities has garnered widespread appreciation and respect from fans and the public alike.
The actress had initially planned a small gathering to share her joy with the media and her well-wishers following her registered marriage to Rocky Jaiswal. However, the magnitude of the Ahmedabad tragedy clearly impacted her deeply, leading to the compassionate decision to postpone the event.
The Air India crash has sent shockwaves across India and internationally, with investigations underway to determine the cause of the fatal accident. In the wake of such a significant loss, Hina Khan’s gesture stands as a testament to her sensitivity and solidarity with the victims and their grieving families