Veteran Indian actor Mushtaq Khan dies at 56 after a prolonged battle with cancer. News reports say he passes away following a long illness.

Following his death, multiple public figures express condolences. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and filmmaker Anees Bazmee are among those who pay tribute, according to the reports. The coverage focuses on his illness and the public reactions to his passing, reflecting recognition from both political and entertainment circles.

While both outlets report the same core facts—his age at death and that he had been battling cancer—each emphasizes the broader response differently. NDTV highlights the tributes from specific individuals, noting that condolences come from leaders and prominent members of the film industry.