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Bollywood Stars Skip Actor Mushtaq Khan's Funeral
26 Sep
Summary
- Raza Murad lamented big Bollywood stars' absence at Mushtaq Khan's funeral.
- Mushtaq Khan died on September 24 after a battle with cancer.
- Khan was known for roles in 'Welcome', 'Hera Pheri', and 'Gadar 2'.
Actor Mushtaq Khan passed away on September 24, 2026, following a battle with cancer. His funeral was held on September 25, 2026, in Mumbai. Veteran actor Raza Murad publicly voiced his dismay at the absence of major Bollywood stars from the final farewell.
Murad stated that it was disheartening to see no prominent figures from the industry attend Khan's funeral. He emphasized that Khan, a respected character actor, earned his place through talent and hard work, not by seeking favors.
Khan was known for his versatile roles in numerous films and television shows over three decades. Notable appearances include 'Aashiqui', 'Welcome', 'Hera Pheri', and 'Gadar 2'. His performance as Ballu in 'Welcome' remains a memorable highlight.
His passing came after a recurrence of lung cancer. Khan's son confirmed that the actor's final moments were peaceful. The industry also saw tributes from Sunny Deol, Anupam Kher, and Sanjay Mishra following his death.
