Veteran character artist Mushtaq Khan has passed away at the age of 56 in Mumbai following a prolonged battle with cancer. The actor had been receiving treatment at Nanavati Hospital, where he breathed his last. His final rites and funeral services are scheduled to take place tomorrow. Khan is survived by his wife, son, and daughter. A Prolific Career in Hindi Cinema Hailing from Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, Khan built a career spanning more than three decades, establishing himself as a reliable and recognizable performer in Hindi cinema and television. He gained wide acclaim for his deadpan comedic delivery, notably portraying the disabled hockey player Ballu in Anees Bazmee’s comedy hit Welcome (2007). His expansive filmography features major commercial landmarks across eras, including: Aashiqui (1990) Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993) Hera Pheri (2000) Jodi No. 1 (2001) Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) Khiladi 786 (2012) Stree (2018) and Stree 2 (2024) Badhaai Do (2022) Gadar 2 (2023) Baby John (2024) Post navigation Nani Addresses ‘A’ Rating for ‘The Paradise,’ Citing Narrative-Driven Violence
