Renowned actor Sajid Khan, known for his roles in iconic films such as ‘Mother India,’ ‘Maya,’ and ‘The Singing Filipina,’ has bid farewell to the world. The actor, who was battling cancer, succumbed to the illness at the age of 70 on December 22nd. Though he had parted ways with the world on that fateful day, the news of his demise has recently come to light.
Sajid Khan was laid to rest at the Juma Masjid in Kottayam town, Alappuzha district, Kerala. His only son, Samir Khan, revealed, “He had been battling cancer for some time. He passed away on Friday, the 22nd of December.”
Samir shared that his father had relocated to Kerala with his second wife. He explained, “My father was adopted by Rajkumar Pitamber Rana & Sunita Pitamber, & he was raised by the filmmaker Mehmood Khan. After being inactive in films for some time, he was mostly involved in social service. He used to often visit Kerala, and when he liked it here, he decided to marry again and settle down.”
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Sajid Khan gained stardom for his role in ‘Maya,’ where he portrayed the character of a local boy named Raji. Due to the film’s popularity, a series was created under the same name, further elevating Khan’s fame. He also appeared as a guest in an episode of the American TV show ‘The Big Valley’ and served as a guest judge on the music show ‘It’s Happening.’
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Making a name for himself in Philippine cinema, Sajid Khan worked alongside Nora Aunor in films such as ‘The Singing Filipina,’ ‘My Funny Girl,’ and ”The Prince and I.” Additionally, he played the role of a dacoit in the Merchant-Ivory production ‘Heat and Dust.’
The passing of Sajid Khan has left a void in the world of cinema, marking the end of a unique connection that he shared with films like ‘Mother India,’ ‘Maya,’ and ‘The Singing Filipina.’ His legacy will be remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike.
