Actor Mushtaq Khan Dies of Cancer in Mumbai
Summary
Actor Mushtaq Khan has died of cancer in Mumbai at the age of 60, with his funeral scheduled for Friday at Yaari Road cemetery. Known for his comic roles in films like Hera Pheri, Welcome, and Gadar, he leaves behind a long career spanning more than four decades.
Key Points
- Mushtaq Khan died on Thursday evening at Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai after cancer was detected during treatment for stomach pain.
- His son Mohsin confirmed the death, and the funeral will be held on Friday at Yaari Road cemetery.
- Tributes poured in from FWICE president B N Tiwari and producer Ashok Pandit, who called the loss irreparable for the film industry.
- Khan built a four-decade career in Bollywood with memorable comedic roles in films such as Hera Pheri, Welcome, Gadar and Stree.
