Angelina Jolie remembers the intensity of Irrfan Khan's commitment and his smile
The actress said that she had the privilege of working with Khan on the set of 'A Mighty Heart'.
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Angelina Jolie and Irrfan Khan had collaborated on Michael Winterbottom's 2007 film 'A Mighty Heart', which was about a US journalist Daniel Pearl who was killed in Pakistan in 2002.
LOS ANGELES: Irrfan Khan stood out for his generosity, says Hollywood star Angelina Jolies as she remembered her "A Mighty Heart" co-star, who passed away after a battle with cancer. The 54-year-old actor died in a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday after a two year fight ᨊwith a rare form of cancer. He was buried at the Versova graveyard.
Jolie and Irrfan collaborated on Michael Winterbottom's 2007 film about US journalist Daniel Pearl who was killed in Pakistan in 2002.
She played the role of Pearl's widow Marianne, while Irrfan appeared as Zeeshan Kazmi, the chief of Karachi Police.
In a statement, Jolie said it was a "privilege" for her to work with Irrfan as she hailed for his commitment to his craft.
"I had the privilege of working with Irrfan Khan on the set of 'A Mighty Heart'. He stood out for his generosity as an artist, which made it a pleasure to work in any scene with him," Jolie said.
"I remember the intensity of his commitment, and equally his smile. I send my condolences and my sympathy to his family, his friends, and all admirers of his work, in India and around the world," she added.
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Irrfan had followed up "A Mighty Heart" with Hollywood films such as "The Amazing Spider-Man", "Life of Pi", "Jurassic World" and "Inferno".
'Piku', 'The Lunchbox' & 'Hindi Medium': Remembering Irrfan Khan With Some Of His Finest Movies
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Actor Irrfan Khan's sudden demise has left a void in our hearts. As the actor bid farewell to the world surrounded by his family and loved ones, the Indian film industry lost one of its brighest stars.
After battling rare cancer in 2018, he always took life as it came. Sharing a touching account of his battle with cancer with The Times Of India, he had said, 'As if I was tasting life for the first time, the magical side of it'.
From tickling our funny bone to leaving us awe-struck with intense scenes, he has never failed to entertain us in his career spanning over three decades.
While it is not possible to pick the best works from his expansive career, we have tried to compile a list of his finest movies that can be your tribute to him as you stay indoors.
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Both the movies were situational comedies based on social and financial issues. Irrfan Khan played his part of a doting father in both these family-oriented stories that were highly appreciated by fans.
While 'Hindi Medium' showed parents' struggle to get their child admitted in an English-medium school, 'Angrezi Medium' was a father's story who was willing to go to any lengths to fulfil his daughter's desires.
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This multi-starrer movie featured Irrfan Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone in lead roles.
While Big B and Padukone's chemistry as a father-daughter duo won audiences hearts, Khan's impeccable coming time made sure they kept a smile on during the entire movie.
The movie will take you on an unforgettable road trip.
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How can one not know this movie? Soon after its release, the movie became a tremendous hit, in India and internationally. The film went on to win eight Oscars in which Irrfan Khan (R) played the role of police officer questioning the protaganist - Jamal Malik played by Dev Patel (L) - for winning the TV show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati?'.
The release of Danny Boyle's directorial carved the path for Khan's international career. He was also seen in important roles in movies like 'The Amazing Spider-Man' (2012) as the villain - Rajit Ratha, Life of Pi (2012) as the grown up-version of Pi Patel, Inferno (2016) as Harry Sims, and 'Jurassic World' (2015) as a CEO of a firm - Simon Masrani.
How can one not know this movie? Soon after its release, the movie became a tremendous hit, in India and internationally. The film went on to win eight Oscars in which Irrfan Khan (R) played the role..
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When online dating wasn't that popular, 'The Lunchbox' showed the old-school romance, or some may want to call it friendship, blossoming between two strangers. The movie, starring Irrfan Khan and Nimrat Kaur, begins with a mix-up at the tiffin carrier service in Mumbai.
The unique story and good acting will leave a smile on your face.
When online dating wasn't that popular, 'The Lunchbox' showed the old-school romance, or some may want to call it friendship, blossoming between two strangers. The movie, starring Irrfan Khan and Nim..
