Naseeruddin Shah rubbishes hospitalisation rumours; says he is 'fine', observing lockdown at home

Shah thanked people for their concern and reassured them about his health.

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"A Wednesday" actor's younger son Vivaan Shah also dismissed rumours about his father's health.
MUMBAI: Rubbishing reports of hospitalisation, veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah on Thursday said he was "fine" and at home observing the nationwide lockdown.

Shah, 69, in a Facebook post, thanked people for their concern and reassured them about his health.

"I thank all those enquiring after my health and reassure them I am fine," he said.


"I'm at home and observing the lockdown. Please don't believe any rumours," he added.

"A Wednesday" actor's younger son Vivaan Shah also dismissed rumours about his father's health.

"He's alright. These are just rumours," Vivaan told PTI.
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Reports about Shah's health started surfacing on social media as the industry was coming to terms with the deaths of Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor.

Rishi Kapoor, aged 67, died on Thursday in a hospital here after a two year-long battle with lukaemia, while Irrfan, 54, passed away on Wednesday due to neuroendocrine tumour, a rare form of cancer.

'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.

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 star..
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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.
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 fa..
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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.
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 impeccabl..
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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..
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