Baba Siddique, the former Maharashtra minister, was a well-known figure in Mumbai for his role in politics and his connection to Bollywood's elite. He gained commendation during the Covid pandemic for providing essential medicines. His sudden death shook the community. Known for his lavish Iftar parties attended by the likes of Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, Siddique's political journey spanned decades in the Congress before a recent switch to the NCP.