The actor’s death was reported on Thursday evening Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan , known for his memorable supporting roles in films including Welcome, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Gadar 2 and Stree 2, has died at the age of 56.
He had been admitted to Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital in critical condition.
Mushtaq was battling cancer, according to reports. He was placed in the ICU and reportedly passed away on Thursday evening.
However, it relapsed eight days back and had to be admitted to the hospital. It was last stage cancer. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he appeared in several Hindi films, including Welcome, Aashiqui, Mujhse Shaadi Karoge and Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, among others. He worked across Hindi films and television, was known for his versatile performances in supporting roles. His death marks a loss for the Indian entertainment industry. This is a developing story.
Mushtaq Khan made his screen debut with Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai in 1980. Earlier reporting noted: Welcome actor Mushtaq Khan dies at 56 after battling cancer, confirms business partner Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his memorable supporting and comic roles in Hindi cinema, has died after battling lung cancer. He was 56. Earlier reporting noted: A familiar face in Hindi films for decades, Khan worked a lot as a character actor, appearing alongside several stars and becoming known for his performances in films such as Rowdy Rathore and Hera Pheri (2000) Earlier reporting noted: His work extended beyond films to television, where he appeared in shows such as Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi.
He had been detected with lung cancer earlier and had got well. His business partner Shivam confirms to HT City, “He passed away around 7pm on Thursday.
