Haji Mastan

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Haji Mastan Mirza popularly known as Haji Mastan was an infamous Mumbai (Bombay) gangster and smuggler of the 1960s and 70s. Mastan became the first celebrity gangster of the city, expanding his clout into Bollywood film industry. As Mastan's influence in Bollywood grew, he began to produce films and cast his mistress, an aspiring starlet into small roles. He was also known for his links with the legendary actor Dilip Kumar.

During the Indian Emergency (1975 - 77), Mastan was imprisoned.

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