On Irrfan Khan's birth anniversary, son Babil shares unseen video footage and remembers actor’s ‘tech-challenged moments’
The actor appeared in films such as ‘The Lunch Box’, 'Piku', ‘Madaari’, ‘Life of Pi’ and more.
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Late actor Irrfan Khan with his son Babil. (Picture courtesy: Instagram/babil.i.k)
Irrfan Khan would have turned 54 today. The ‘Life of Pi’ actor, who passed away in Mumbai last year following a two-year-long hard battle with neuroendocrine cancer, left moviegoers and his fans across the world devastated. On the actor's birth anniversary, his son Babil took to social media to mourn Khan with an emotional post.
Babil, who had conducted the last rites of his father after his death, on Thursday shared an unseen video clip on Instagram. In the undated clip, the ‘Maqbool’ actor can be seen beaming brightly while recording a video message for Babil. He is joined by his wife Sutapa who is caught unaware, thinking it's a video call. The short video captures Khan's struggle to adjust the camera and record a message for Babil even as his younger son Ayaan shies away and laughs in the background.
"It’s your birthday Baba. Shoutout to all the technologically inept parents, notice that they did not finish saying that they miss me," Babil captioned the video on Instagram.
Remembering his father, Babil revealed how the late actor never believed in the concept of celebrating birthdays, and there was no pressure in the family to remember such dates. However, this time it seems different, as Babil pointed out, in his father’s absence. “On the occasion, Mamma would have to remind us both; but this time I could not forget yours if I tried," he wrote.
Since Khan's death, the 23-year-old has been reminiscing about the father-son moments and has often shared them on social media. A few days ago, he posted a few candid pictures of him alongside Irrfan Khan as he wished everyone on New Year's eve. "On to the next one without you, still with your compassion. Public ko Happy new year!" the post read.
Till his death, Khan remained one of the most celebrated actors who could straddle commercial and arthouse cinema with the same charm and elan.
'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.
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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