Shahnawaz Pradhan, who was best known for his roles in the television series Mirzapur and the film Raees, has died. He had just turned 50. In films like M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, Khuda Haafiz, Raees, and Phantom, web series like The Family Man and Hostages, and TV shows like 24 and Krishna, he has portrayed supporting roles.

 

Shahnawaz Pradhan (1966/1967 – 17 February 2023) was an Indian television and film actor, best known for his portrayal of Sindbad the Sailor in the popular fantasy television series, Alif Laila (1993–97) and playing Hafiz Saeed in Phantom. He has also acted in the Marathi serial Kahe Diya Pardes, aired on Zee Marathi.