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Irrfan Khan Remembered on Fifth Death Anniversary, 'Piku' Set for Re-Release

Tributes from family, friends, and industry peers honor the late actor, while his son Babil continues his cinematic journey.

Miss our jhal muri: Shoojit Sircar squeezes his heart into tearful note to Irrfan
Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan died five years ago on April 29, his son Babil Khan is also an actor now.
Irrfan died at the age of 54 on April 29, 2020, following a battle with a rare form of cancer.
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Overview

  • Filmmaker Shoojit Sircar shared an emotional tribute on social media, reflecting on his friendship with Irrfan Khan and his role as a mentor to Khan's son, Babil.
  • Babil Khan posted a heartfelt poem and childhood photo, expressing his longing for his father and admiration for his legacy.
  • The 2015 film 'Piku,' starring Irrfan Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone, is scheduled for a theatrical re-release on May 9 to mark its 10th anniversary.
  • Industry figures, including Priyanka Chopra, paid homage to Irrfan’s talent, with Chopra sharing a memory from their collaboration on '7 Khoon Maaf.'
  • Irrfan Khan’s influence endures as his son Babil carves out his own space in the film industry, supported by Sircar and other close family friends.