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Bollywood Stars Remember Veteran Actor Mushtaq Khan After Death
Mushtaq Khan was a well-known Indian actor who often played supporting and funny characters.
He acted in more than 500 movies during a career lasting over five decades.
He appeared in films such as Welcome, Gadar and Aashiqui.
Khan died in a Mumbai hospital after battling cancer.
He was 75, according to the PTI report.
Many actors and filmmakers shared sad messages about him.
Rajpal Yadav said he had visited Khan only a few hours before his death.
Sanjay Mishra remembered Khan as a mentor and said he deserved more recognition.
Khan’s funeral was planned for Friday.
Mushtaq Khan died at Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai on Thursday after battling cancer.
The veteran actor was 75, according to the PTI report, and had worked in films for more than five decades.
Anees Bazmee, Rajpal Yadav, Sunny Deol, Sanjay Mishra and Sunil Pal paid tribute to Khan.
Khan appeared in more than 500 films, including Welcome, Gadar, Aashiqui and Hum Hain Rahi Pyaar Ke.
His funeral was scheduled to take place on Friday, and his death was confirmed by his son, Mohsin.
- Who
- Veteran Hindi-film actor Mushtaq Khan, whose death was confirmed by his son Mohsin, was remembered by several film personalities.
- What
- Khan died after battling cancer, prompting tributes from colleagues and other members of the film industry.
- Where
- He died at Nanavati Hospital in suburban Mumbai.
- When
- He died on Thursday, September 25; his funeral was scheduled for Friday. The year was not specified in the reports.
- Why
- The reports said he had been battling cancer.
Key facts
- Profession
- Hindi-film actor and comedian
- Age
- 75, according to the PTI report
- Career
- More than five decades
- Film appearances
- More than 500 movies
- Known films
- Welcome, Gadar, Gadar 2, Aashiqui and Hum Hain Rahi Pyaar Ke
- Hospital
- Nanavati Hospital, Mumbai
- Funeral
- Scheduled for Friday
Quotes
Sanjay Mishra
Actor who worked with Mushtaq Khan in Welcome
“Can't believe the person I met two hours ago, the person I shook hands with, is no longer among us. We are all bowing down to the decision of the Almighty. Mushtaq Bhai was, is and will always be a popular person, actor and will remain so. I offer you a heartfelt tribute with a heavy heart.”
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“At one point in my life, he became a guardian figure to me; whenever I needed guidance, I would turn to him for advice. It is tragic news. He was a truly fine artist, yet he never received the credit he deserved.”
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