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Mushtaq Khan, veteran Bollywood actor, dies at 56
Veteran Bollywood actor Mushtaq Khan has passed away at the age of 56 following a battle with lung cancer. He died at Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai after the disease relapsed following a previous recovery.
Khan was a prominent supporting actor with a career spanning over four decades and more than 500 film credits. He was widely recognized for his comedic timing and iconic roles, most notably playing Ballu in the 2007 blockbuster ‘Welcome’. His performance in that film, featuring the famous dialogue regarding a fake leg, remains a significant part of his legacy.
His filmography included notable titles such as ‘Gadar’, ‘Aashiqui’, ‘Hera Pheri’, ‘Stree 2’, and ‘Jodi No. 1’. Following his death, industry colleagues including Sunny Deol, Rajpal Yadav, and Sanjay Mishra expressed their condolences. Senior actor Raza Murad criticized the absence of major Bollywood stars at Khan's funeral, noting the lack of attendance from top-tier celebrities.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Khan was receiving treatment at Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai for 15 days before passing away in the ICU. www.timesnownews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Mushtaq Khan was a veteran actor known for roles in films such as Welcome, Hera Pheri, and Gadar 2. www.timesnownews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Khan had previously been diagnosed with lung cancer and had recovered before the disease relapsed eight days prior to his death. www.timesnownews.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Mushtaq Khan died at approximately 7 pm on Thursday, September 24. www.timesnownews.com