{
  "id": 9699409,
  "title": "'Deeply Saddened, He Was A Fine Actor': Sunny Deol, Anupam Kher, Rakul Preet Singh And Other Celebs Pay Tribute To Mushtaq Khan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/deeply-saddened-he-was-a-fine-actor-sunny-deol-anupam-kher-rakul",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T03:56:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/deeply-saddened-he-was-a-fine-actor-sunny-deol-anupam-kher-rakul-preet-singh-and-other-celebs-pay-tribute-to-mushtaq-khan"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Veteran Indian actor Mushtaq Khan, renowned for his comic and supporting roles in numerous films, passed away on September 24 at the age of 75 after a long struggle with cancer. His death was met with an outpouring of tributes and condolences from his colleagues in the Hindi film industry. Notable figures like Sunny Deol, Anupam Kher, and Rakul Preet Singh took to social media platforms to express their grief and share fond memories of the late actor.\n\nSunny Deol, in a heartfelt message, described Khan as \"a nice human being and a fine actor,\" vowing to uphold the fond memories they shared. Anupam Kher, in a poignant Instagram post, conveyed his deep sorrow, remembering the films they had together and expressing his admiration for the actor's warm and humorous demeanor. He also conveyed his condolences to Khan's family, promising to meet him in the afterlife where peace and happiness await.\n\nRakul Preet Singh, too, paid tribute to Khan, describing him as \"a versatile actor, a beloved soul,\" acknowledging his warmth and ability to light up any space he entered. The industry's shock and disbelief at Khan's untimely demise were echoed by various colleagues and friends, including Anees Bazmee, who hailed Khan as a \"truly remarkable artist and a beautiful soul.\" As the film fraternity mourned the loss, they collectively extended their deepest sympathies to Khan's family, hoping that they may find strength during this trying time.",
  "summary": "Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan passed away on Thursday, September 24, at the age of 75 after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was known for his memorable supporting and comic roles in films including Welcome, Aashiqui, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Hera Pheri and the Gadar franchise. Soon after news of his demise emerged, several members of the Hindi film fraternity took to social media to remember the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}