Bollywood Actor Mushtaq Khan Dies at 56 After Battle With Cancer
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Veteran Bollywood actor Mushtaq Khan, known for his memorable supporting and comic roles, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, after battling cancer. He was 56. The actor breathed his last at Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital at around 7 pm.
According to reports, Khan had earlier been diagnosed with cancer and had undergone treatment. His condition reportedly deteriorated in recent days, leading to his hospitalisation. His son Mohsin confirmed the actor’s death, saying that Khan had initially complained of stomach pain before doctors detected the disease.
A Career Spanning Several Decades
Mushtaq Khan began his film journey in 1980 with Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai. Over the following decades, he became a familiar face in Hindi cinema, particularly through supporting characters that often added humour and personality to films.
His filmography included several popular movies such as Aashiqui, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Hera Pheri, Jodi No. 1, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Welcome, Wanted and Oh My God!.
He remained active even in the later stages of his career, appearing in films including Badhaai Do, Gadar 2, Stree 2, Vanvaas, Baby John, Dhoom Dhaam and Jaat. He also worked extensively in television, with appearances in shows such as Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi.
Remembered for His Comic Timing in ‘Welcome’
One of Mushtaq Khan’s most widely remembered performances came in Anees Bazmee’s 2007 comedy Welcome. His character and comic sequence involving a fake leg became one of the film’s recognisable moments.
The actor held his own in an ensemble cast featuring Akshay Kumar, Nana Patekar, Anil Kapoor and Katrina Kaif. His ability to make supporting characters memorable became one of the defining features of his career.
Khan was also part of the Gadar franchise, playing Gul Khan in Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. He later returned to the series in Gadar 2, released in 2023.
Tributes From the Film Industry
Following his death, filmmaker Ashoke Pandit remembered Khan as a longtime friend and colleague. Pandit recalled their early years in theatre and television and spoke about the struggles they experienced while trying to establish themselves in Mumbai.
He described Khan as a talented performer who remained deeply committed to his craft and said his death was both a personal loss and a loss for the entertainment industry.
Mushtaq Khan’s funeral is scheduled to take place on Friday at Yari Road Kabristan in Mumbai. His death marks the passing of an actor whose decades-long career was built largely through distinctive supporting performances, comic timing and a strong presence across Hindi cinema and television.