The Indian film fraternity mourns the loss of Kazan Khan, a celebrated actor known for his impactful roles in South Indian cinema. Khan, best known for his antagonistic roles, suffered a heart attack and passed away on June 12, 2023. This unexpected and heart-wrenching news has left a void in the South Film Industry.
About Kazan Khan:
Kazan Khan was a versatile actor, having worked in Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada film industries. Although he had been inactive for the past eight years, his earlier work left an indelible mark on the industry.
Confirmation of Demise:
The saddening news of Kazan Khan's death was confirmed by NM Badusha Ghazan Khan, a Malayalam film producer and production controller, via a social media post. The industry's grief was further echoed through tributes paid by various celebrities on their social media handles.
Tributes Pour In:
Popular actor Dileep, who had shared the screen with Kazan Khan in movies like CID Moosa and The Don, paid his homage by sharing a picture of the late actor on his Instagram account. NM Badusha also expressed his heartfelt condolences towards the veteran actor through his Facebook page.
Career Milestones:
Kazan Khan made his acting debut in the film 'Senthamizh Paattu', directed by P Vasu in 1992. He last appeared in a Tamil film titled 'Pattaya Kelappu' in 2008, playing a negative role. Kazan's final performance as a villain was seen in the Malayalam film 'Lailaa O Lailaa'. Afterward, he took an eight-year hiatus from acting. Throughout his career, which kicked off in 1992, Khan made a mark in around 50 movies across Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada films.
Career Highlights:
Kazan Khan had a fruitful acting career, spanning over a decade, during which he appeared in over 30 Tamil films. Some of his notable Tamil movies include 'Sethupathi IPS', 'Mettukudi', 'Vanathai Pola', 'Badri', 'Priyamaanavale', 'Duet', 'Murari Maman', 'Kalaignan', and 'Karuppu Nila'.