In a tragic incident, political leader Baba Siddique was fatally shot by three assailants at his son Zeeshans office in Bandra on Saturday night. He was immediately rushed to Lilavati Hospital, where doctors made efforts to treat his two bullet wounds. Unfortunately, Siddique succumbed to his injuries shortly after.Baba Siddiques legacy: A political and industry mediatorBaba Siddique was not only a leader and former MLA but also regarded as a mediator, especially in the Bollywood fraternity. His most notable involvement came in 2013 when he successfully mediated between two of Bollywoods biggest superstars, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, amidst their infamous cold war. The two actors, who were once good friends, had fallen out during Salmans then-girlfriend Katrina Kaifs birthday party, leading to a tense divide in the industry. Siddique, though not directly linked to the film world, stepped in as a peacemaker, facilitating the end of their feud. His efforts resulted in Shah Rukh and Salman rekindling their friendship, much to the relief of Bollywood insiders and fans alike.How Baba Siddique restored peace between Shah Rukh and SalmanAs a prominent politician from Mumbai and an MLA representing Bandra West, Baba Siddique hosted annual iftaar parties that were considered high-profile events attended by Bollywood celebrities and political figures. In 2013, Siddique was approached by industry insiders to mediate the strained relationship between Salman and Shah Rukh. Utilizing his political acumen, Siddique strategically seated Shah Rukh next to Salmans father, Salim Khan, at the party. This simple yet effective gesture played a pivotal role in mending the actors relationship.
