Escaping from the protests and riots, renowned producer Salim Khan and his son, actor Shanto Khan, were brutally killed by an angry mob on the evening of August 5th, 2024. Their tragic deaths have left a void in the industry and highlighted the impact of the current crisis on the cultural landscape of the nation. Fans and colleagues are in deep mourning, with actor Dev expressing his disbelief and praying for peace to return to Bangladesh.
The Bangladeshi film industry was left in shock after hearing the news of Shanto Khan, an upcoming actor, and his father being brutally beaten to death by a mob during the violent protests in the country. The protests, which started against government job reservations, soon turned into demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The victims were related to Hasina's political party, and according to reports, Shanto's father was an expelled leader facing corruption charges. Their tragic deaths have led to strong condemnation from the Indian film industry and calls for peace and brotherhood.