“No big faces showed up”: Raza Murad questions absence of stars at Mushtaq Khan’s funeral
Veteran actor Raza Murad expresses disappointment over the absence of big Bollywood stars at the funeral of late actor Mushtaq Khan.
Veteran actor Raza Murad has voiced his deep disappointment regarding the lack of prominent film industry personalities at the funeral of actor Mushtaq Khan. Khan, who passed away on September 24 after a battle with cancer, received his final rites on September 25, but the ceremony was notably missing the presence of major industry icons.
A Heartbreaking Absence
In a poignant video shared on his Instagram account, Murad expressed his sadness over the situation. He noted that it was unfortunate that none of the leading stars made an appearance to pay their final respects to the late performer.
"Afsoos baat yeh hai ki aise mauke par koi bhi star unhe apna aakhiri salaam pesh karne nahi aaya. Koi bada chehra nahi aaya,"
(The sad part is that no star came to pay their last respects to him. No big faces showed up.)
Without calling out specific individuals by name, the veteran actor questioned how people within the film fraternity could not find even 50 minutes to attend the funeral rites.
Mushtaq Khan: A Self-Made Actor
Reflecting on the life of the departed actor, Raza Murad highlighted Khan's integrity and professional journey. He emphasized that Mushtaq Khan had carved out his own niche in the industry through pure hard work rather than through nepotism or sycophancy.
Murad remarked that Khan never resorted to flattery to advance his career, noting that his talent and dedication alone were what earned him his place in Hindi cinema. He concluded his message with a reminder about the fleeting nature of fame and wealth, urging industry professionals to remain humble regardless of their stature.
Remembering Mushtaq Khan
Mushtaq Khan’s health had been declining, and he was eventually admitted to Nanavati Hospital following medical complications. Doctors diagnosed him with cancer, and his condition worsened during his treatment period.
Khan’s career in Bollywood spanned more than three decades. He made his debut in the 1980 film Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Aata Hai and became a familiar face in several blockbuster movies, including:
- Welcome
- Gadar: Ek Prem Katha
- Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke
He was particularly beloved for his comedic timing. Many fans fondly remember his iconic dialogue from the film Welcome: “Meri ek taang nakli hai, main hockey ka bahut bada player hoon,” which remains one of the most celebrated moments in modern Hindi comedy.