Archive · 24 Sep 2026
Veteran Actor Mushtaq Khan Dies at 56 After Cancer Battle
Mushtaq Khan was a well-known actor in Hindi movies and television.
He often played supporting or character roles.
He worked in films for several decades and appeared in more than 500 movies.
He died on September 24, 2026, at the age of 56.
His son said Khan died at Nanavati Hospital after becoming seriously ill with cancer.
Earlier reports said he had been battling lung cancer and had experienced a relapse.
His son said doctors discovered the cancer after Khan complained of stomach pain.
Khan had reportedly been working on a film before going to the hospital.
Many people are remembering his performances in films such as Welcome and Gadar.
Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan died on September 24, 2026, at age 56.
Khan was known for supporting and character roles in Hindi films and television.
His career spanned several decades and included more than 500 films.
His son Mohsin said Khan died at Nanavati Hospital after his health worsened from cancer.
Khan was remembered for appearances in films including Welcome, Gadar, Aashiqui and Gadar 2.
- Who
- Veteran Hindi-film and television actor Mushtaq Khan; his son Mohsin reported the death, while business partner Shivam also confirmed it to Hindustan Times.
- What
- Khan died at age 56 after a reported battle with cancer.
- When
- September 24, 2026; his funeral was reported to be scheduled for Friday.
- Where
- Nanavati Hospital in suburban Mumbai.
- Why
- Reports attributed his death to cancer, although accounts differed on whether it was specifically lung cancer or cancer discovered after stomach pain.
Earlier Reports
Family Account
Reported illness
Earlier Reports
Earlier reports said Khan had been battling lung cancer and was admitted after a relapse.
Family Account
His son Mohsin said Khan complained of stomach pain, after which doctors discovered cancer; he said Khan later died from the illness.
Death confirmation
Earlier Reports
Business partner Shivam confirmed the death to Hindustan Times.
Family Account
Khan's son Mohsin told PTI that he died at Nanavati Hospital at around 7 p.m.
- Name
- Mushtaq Khan
- Age at death
- 56
- Date of death
- September 24, 2026
- Occupation
- Hindi-film and television actor
- Film career
- More than 500 films
- Hospital
- Nanavati Hospital, suburban Mumbai
- Reported survivors
- His wife, son and daughter
