Kader Khan’s son Sarfaraz Khan confirmed the news to indianexpress.com. He said, “Yes, my dad has left us this morning. He was unwell from last few months and in the hospital from last few days. We tried everything we could, but it was time. He was a very loving man and he loved everyone who was a part of his life.”
The actor had been hospitalised in Canada after he complained of breathlessness. Kader Khan had been put on a ventilator, according to various reports.
After having undergone a knee surgery which had gone awry, Khan had been unable to walk properly, post which he had begun using a cane to support his movement.
Having often collaborated with Govinda and Anil Kapoor, Kader Khan was seen in a slew of David Dhawan films in the 90s. He had acted in over 300 films and had penned dialogues for more than 250 movies.
Khan is survived by his wife Hajra, son Sarfaraz, daughter-in-law and grandchildren.