Homayoun Ershadi, the acclaimed Iranian actor known for his roles in 'Taste of Cherry' and 'The Kite Runner', has died at 78 after battling cancer.

Iranian architect turned actor Homayoun Ershadi, who is best known internationally for his role in Marc Forster’s Afghanistan-set The Kite Runner, has died at the age of 78. Iran’s state news agency IRNA reported that the actor had died on November 11 after a battle with cancer.

Born without the use of his legs, he appeared memorably on television on “Doctor Who” and onstage as, among many other roles, Hamlet.

Japanese stage and movie actor Tatsuya Nakadai, who starred in a string of Akira Kurosawa films, including the lead in "Ran", has died aged 92, his acting school said on Tuesday.His acting school, Mumeijuku,

Betty Harford, the veteran actress behind classics such as Dynasty and The Paper Chase, passed away at the age of 98 on November 2, 2025. The news comes days after the actress took her final breath. She had a brilliant career in the industry that spanned over four decades.

Another major news is coming from the industry. Famous actor Abhinay Kinger has passed away. He had been battling a serious illness for many years, which had severely deteriorated his condition. His fans cannot believe that the actor is no longer among us.

Tamil actor Abhinay Kinger, known for Thulluvadho Ilamai, passed away at 44 after battling liver disease. With no wife or children to perform his final rites, the Nadigar Sangam has stepped in to organise his funeral.

Hong Kong-based actor Benz Hui has died. He was 76. Hui, who is known in Hong Kong as the “King of Supporting Actors” for his many standout roles as a side character, died late last month at a hospital while surrounded by family after a battle with cancer.