Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan dies at 56 in Mumbai, according to multiple reports. One source says he dies after a fight with lung cancer, while another describes a prolonged cancer battle lasting about five years. Times of India adds that he dies at Nanavati Hospital on September 24.
Khan is widely remembered for his supporting roles in popular films. NDTV highlights him as Ballu in *Welcome* and as Gul Khan in the *Gadar* franchise. Times of India similarly points to his work in *Gadar: Ek Prem Katha* and mentions his long career across cinema and television. NDTV also lists other films he appeared in, including *Stree*, *Wanted*, and *Oh My God*.
Across outlets, the emphasis is on his established screen presence and versatility in supporting parts that helped define mainstream films from the 2000s onward. Reports also note that he is survived by family, including his wife and children, though details vary by outlet.
