What Led to the Murder of Huma Qureshi's Cousin in New Delhi?

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Key Takeaways
- Asif Qureshi was murdered over a parking dispute.
- The incident highlights rising violence over trivial issues.
- Huma Qureshi's film projects continue amid family tragedy.
- Public safety concerns are raised in urban areas.
- Industry reactions may emerge as details unfold.
Mumbai, Aug 8 (NationPress) The cousin of Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi was tragically murdered in the Nizamuddin area of Delhi late Thursday night, following a dispute over parking.
The incident occurred at the Jangpura Bhogal Bazaar Lane, within the jurisdiction of the Nizamuddin police station, between 11 PM and 12 AM.
Reports indicate that during a heated argument about moving his scooter from the gate, the victim, Asif Qureshi, was fatally attacked with a sharp weapon as tensions escalated.
Neither Huma nor her brother, fellow actor Saqib Saleem, have publicly commented on this unfortunate event.
Huma Qureshi made her mark in the film industry with a supporting role in the acclaimed two-part crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur in 2012. She later appeared in notable films such as Ek Thi Daayan, the black comedy Dedh Ishqiya, the revenge thriller Badlapur, Jolly LLB 2, and the Tamil action film Kaala.
Her television credits include the 2019 dystopian series Leila, and her portrayal in the crime drama series Maharani has earned her significant praise since 2021. She also featured in the American film Army Of The Dead, as well as in the Tamil action-thriller Valimai and the crime comedy Monica, O My Darling.
Her upcoming project, Bayaan, is a police procedural drama directed by Bikas Ranjan Mishra, focusing on Roohi, a female detective facing her first major case involving a prominent cult leader accused of sexual abuse, challenging institutional power and reluctant witnesses.
This film is set to premiere in the Discovery section at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025.
Moreover, she will reprise her role in the third installment of the Jolly LLB franchise, directed by Subhash Kapoor, alongside stars like Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao, Saurabh Shukla, and Annu Kapoor.