Haji mastan

Haji Mastan (often spelled Haji Mastan) was one of the most famous figures in the Mumbai underworld during the 1960s–1980s. He was known for gold smuggling, influence in Bollywood, and his larger-than-life public image.

Some key facts:

• Full name: Mastan Mirza
• Born in Tamil Nadu, later moved to Bombay (now Mumbai)
• Became prominent through smuggling operations at Mumbai docks
• Known for wearing white suits and driving luxury cars
• Had connections with Bollywood actors and film financing
• Later claimed to move away from crime and entered politics/social work

He has inspired several movies and characters, including:

• Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai
• The character “Sultan Mirza” in that film was loosely based on him.

If you want, I can also tell you about:

• his real-life story in detail,
• his connection with Dawood Ibrahim,
• movies/web series based on him,
• or interesting facts about old Bombay underworld history.