Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan pens emotional note dedicated to his father and Shah Rukh Khan’s scene in Billu; ‘I was too small to understand…’

Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan pens emotional note dedicated to his father and Shah Rukh Khan’s scene in Billu; ‘I was too small to understand…’

As a lifestyle expert with a deep appreciation for the arts and a keen eye for talent, I must say that Babil Khan’s recent tribute to his late father, Irrfan Khan, is not only heartwarming but also a testament to the profound impact his father left on the world of cinema. Watching the scene from Billu, where Irrfan and Shah Rukh Khan share the screen, one cannot help but be moved by the raw emotion and exceptional acting skills displayed.


Babil Khan, son of the late actor Irrfan Khan, frequently engages on social media platforms. He’s known for posting touching tributes to his father. Recently, he shared a video clip from the movie “Billu” featuring Irrfan Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Reflecting on the memorable scene, he praised the extraordinary ‘effect’ generated on screen.

Recently, Babil Khan shared a heartfelt video clip from the 2009 movie Billu, which starred his late father, Irrfan Khan, alongside Shah Rukh Khan. A particularly poignant scene in this film showcased Irrfan’s remarkable acting talent and versatility, which prompted Babil to express admiration for his father’s performance.

He wrote, “I recall the moment this scene was filmed; I was present on set then, although too young to grasp the enchanting process of life’s creation at work. It is oddly captivating how life sometimes takes away our dearest possessions to guide us back to our origins. ‘Forgetting one’s roots isn’t allowing an old tree to live.’ “

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In response to the post, numerous online viewers felt compelled to praise Khan’s remarkable acting abilities. One spectator exclaimed, “Wow!! Those pauses, the rhythm, and the irregular interruptions in it! His eyes and the depth they reveal! This is simply GENIUS!” Another admirer wrote, “It moved me to tears. I only wish these two had collaborated on more movies.” A third viewer commented, “Simply outstanding, Legends sharing the screen,” and another fan echoed, “This scene from Billu Movie.”

2009 saw the release of the movie Billu, a remake of the Malayalam film Katha Parayumpol. Both films were helmed by director Priyadarshan. The main cast for the Hindi version included Irrfan Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Lara Dutta, with notable special appearances by Deepika Padukone and Kareena Kapoor.

Regarding Babil Khan’s professional life, he chose to follow in his father’s footsteps and began his acting career in 2022 with the film Qala directed by Anvita Dutt. This production also featured Triptii Dimri and Swastika Mukherjee in significant roles. His acting was later praised in the series The Railway Men, which released in 2023, co-starring R Madhavan and Kay Kay Menon.

Additionally, it’s said that he’s working on Shoojit Sircar’s film “The Umesh Chronicles,” which also features megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

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2024-08-21 13:38