Bollywood actor Mushtaq Khan, remembered for his performances in films such as โWelcomeโ and โHum Hain Rahi Pyar Keโ, died on Thursday, September 24. He was in his late 50s.
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Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) president BN Tiwari confirmed Khanโs death over the phone. The actor had reportedly been undergoing treatment for lung cancer for a prolonged period. Further details about his demise are awaited.
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Khan began his film career with โAlbert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Haiโ in 1980. Over more than three decades, he appeared in a broad range of Hindi films, including โWelcomeโ, โGadar: Ek Prem Kathaโ and โHum Hain Rahi Pyar Keโ.
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Among his most recognised performances was his comic role in โWelcomeโ. The scene featuring the dialogue, โMeri ek taang nakli hai, main hockey ka bahut bada player hoonโ, became one of the filmโs most popular moments. His natural comic timing helped make the character memorable for audiences.
Khanโs work in Hindi cinema and the humour he brought to his roles will remain remembered by film lovers.