Born: January 7, 1967 – Died: April 29, 2020
Irrfan Khan, born Sahabzade Irfan Ali Khan on January 7, 1967, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, was a highly acclaimed actor known for his remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry. Coming from a Pashto-speaking Muslim family, Khan's parents, Begum Khan and Jagirdar Khan, had their roots in the Tonk Hakim family and the Khajuriya village near Tonk district, respectively. His family name, Khan, has its origins in Turkish and Mongol languages, meaning "king" or great leader. With a career spanning over three decades, Khan captivated audiences worldwide with his versatile performances in films such as "The Lunchbox," "Paan Singh Tomar," and "Life of Pi." His immense talent and artistic achievements have solidified him as one of India's most iconic actors.
Early Life and Career
Irrfan Khan earned a scholarship to the National School of Acting in New Delhi in 1984. He started his acting career in the early 1990s, gaining recognition for his performances in television shows and small film roles. In 2001, Khan starred in the critically acclaimed film "The Warrior," which marked his breakthrough and garnered international acclaim.
One of Khan's most impactful roles came in 2011 when he portrayed the titular character in the biographical sports drama "Paan Singh Tomar." His exceptional performance earned him the National Film Award for Best Actor and a Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor, establishing him as a leading figure in Hindi cinema. He continued to deliver outstanding performances in films like "The Lunchbox" (2013), which earned him universal acclaim, and "Life of Pi" (2012), which further showcased his versatility and talent.
Throughout his career, Khan received numerous accolades for his acting prowess. He won several awards, including a National Film Award, Filmfare Awards, and international recognition such as the Asian Film Award for Best Actor.
In his personal life, Khan was married to Sutapa Sikdar in 1995. She is a movie producer, dialogue writer, and screenwriter. The couple has two children, Ayaan Khan and Babil Khan.
Khan was known for his outspoken views on religion and personal religious discovery. His fearless comments on religious matters sparked both support and criticism from various groups.
Irrfan Khan's impact on the entertainment industry was immense. He carved a niche for himself with his remarkable performances and his ability to bring depth and complexity to his characters. His talent and dedication earned him a significant place not only in Bollywood but also in Hollywood. He appeared in several international projects, including "Slumdog Millionaire" (2008), "Jurassic World" (2015), and "Inferno" (2016), showcasing his versatility and transcending boundaries. Khan will always be remembered as an icon and a legendary actor who left an indelible mark on the film industry with his talent and unique approach to storytelling.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Apno Se Bewafai | Vishal |
| 2021 | Murder at Teesri Manzil 302 | Mr. Chand |
| 2020 | Angrezi Medium | Champak Bansal |
| 2019 | Love Sucks (Short) | Unknown |
| 2018 | Karwaan | Shaukat |
| 2018 | Blackmail | Dev Kaushal |
| 2018 | Guru Randhawa, Irrfan Khan, Kirti Kulhari: Patola (Music Video) | Irrfan Khan |
| 2018 | Dana Paani - Full Video, Qarib Qarib Singlle (Video) | Yogi |
| 2018 | Puzzle | Robert |
| 2017 | Qarib Qarib Single | Yogendra 'Yogi' Kumar Devendra Nath Prajapati |
| 2017 | Tokyo Trial | Radhabinod Pal |
| 2017 | The Song of Scorpions | Aadam |
| 2017 | Doob - No Bed of Roses | Javed Hasan |
| 2017 | Hindi Medium | Raj Batra |
| 2016 | Tokyo Trial (TV Mini Series) | Radhabinod Pal |
| 2016 | Inferno | Harry Sims |
| 2016 | Madaari | Nirmal Kumar |
| 2015 | Jai Jai Jai Bajrang Bali (TV Series) | Valmiki | Vyasa |
| 2015 | Bajirao Mastani | Narrator (voice, uncredited) |
| 2015 | Lego Dimensions (Video Game) | Simon Masarani (voice, as Irrfan Kahn) |
| 2015 | Talvar | Ashwin Kumar |
| 2015 | Jazbaa | Yohaan |
| 2015 | Lego Jurassic World (Video Game) | Simon Masrani (voice) |
| 2015 | Jurassic World | Masrani |
| 2015 | Piku | Rana (as Irrfan) |
| 2014 | Haider | Roohdaar |
| 2014 | The Xpose | Alec D'Costa |
| 2014 | Gunday | Satya |
| 2013 | Qissa: The Tale of a Lonely Ghost | Umber Singh (as Irrfan) |
| 2013 | D-Day | Wali Khan (as Irrfan) |
| 2013 | Meridian Lines | Devraj |
| 2013 | The Lunchbox | Saajan Fernandes |
| 2013 | Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns | Indarjeet Singh |
| 2012 | The Amazing Spider-Man: Deleted Scenes (Video) | Rajit Ratha |
| 2012 | Life of Pi | Adult Pi Patel |
| 2012 | The Amazing Spider-Man | Rajit Ratha |
| 2012 | Paan Singh Tomar | Paan Singh Tomar (as Irrfan) |
| 2011 | Thank You | Vikram |
| 2011 | 7 Khoon Maaf | Wasiullah Khan (3rd husband) |
| 2011 | Yeh Saali Zindagi | Arun |
| 2010 | In Treatment (TV Series) | Sunil Sanyal |
| 2010 | Hisss | Vinkram Gupta |
| 2010 | Knock Out | Tony Khosla |
| 2010 | Right Yaaa Wrong | Inspector Vinay Patnaik (as Irrfan) |
| 2009 | Acid Factory | Kaiser |
| 2009 | New York | Roshan (as Irrfan) |
| 2009 | Billu | Billu (as Irrfan) |
| 2008 | Dil Kabaddi | Samit |
| 2008 | New York, I Love You | Mansukhbhai (segment "Mira Nair") |
| 2008 | Slumdog Millionaire | Police Inspector |
| 2008 | Chamku | Vijayraj Kapur |
| 2008 | Mumbai Meri Jaan | Thomas (as Irrfan) |
| 2008 | Krazzy 4 | Dr. Mukherjee |
| 2008 | One Two Three | Narrator |
| 2008 | Migration (Short) | Abhay |
| 2008 | Sunday | Kumar Mangat |
| 2008 | Tulsi: Mathrudevobhava | Suraj |
| 2007 | Aaja Nachle | Farooque - Najma's husband |
| 2007 | Apna Asmaan | Ravi Kumar |
| 2007 | The Darjeeling Limited | The Father |
| 2007 | A Mighty Heart | Captain |
| 2007 | Life in a Metro | Monty |
| 2007 | Mano Ya Na Mano (TV Series) | Host |
| 2007 | Partition | Avtar Singh |
| 2006 | Mr. 100% | Mr. Perfect |
| 2006 | Sainikudu | Pappu Yadav |
| 2006 | Deadline: Sirf 24 Ghante | Krish Vaidya (as Irrfan) |
| 2006 | The Namesake | Ashoke |
| 2006 | The Killer | Vikram | Roopchand Swaroopchand Solanki |
| 2006 | What If? | Salim Rajabali (as 'Irrfan') |
| 2006 | Irrfan Auditions for a Hollywood Film Role (Short) | Unknown |
| 2005 | Dubai Return | Aftab Angrez |
| 2005 | The Film | Shameem bhai (voice) |
| 2005 | 7 1/2 Phere: More Than a Wedding | Manoj Joshi |
| 2005 | Chocolate: Deep Dark Secrets | Pipi |
| 2005 | Rajkumari (Short) | Unknown |
| 2005 | Chehraa | Chandranath Diwan |
| 2005 | Rog | Inspector Uday Rathore |
| 2004 | Adhikaar (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 2004 | Schatten der Zeit | Yani |
| 2004 | Aan: Men at Work | Yusuf Pathan |
| 2004 | Charas: A Joint Effort | Ranbhir Singh Rathore | Policeman |
| 2003 | Bokshu the Myth | Unknown |
| 2003 | Road to Ladakh | Shafiq |
| 2003 | Maqbool | Maqbool (as Irrfan) |
| 2003 | Muqammal (TV Series) | (2003) |
| 2003 | The Bypass (Short) | Policeman |
| 2003 | Footpath | Sheikh |
| 2003 | Supari | Baba (as Irfaan Khan) |
| 2003 | Haasil | Ranvijay Singh (as Irrfan) |
| 2003 | Dhund: The Fog | Ajit Khurana (as Irrfan) |
| 2002 | Pratha | Ninni Pandey | Babu Mallah |
| 2002 | Haathi Ka Anda | Unknown |
| 2002 | Gunaah | ACP Digvijay Pandey |
| 2002 | Kali Salwaar | Shanker |
| 2001 | The Warrior | Lafcadia - Warrior |
| 2001 | Ssshhhh... Koi Hai (TV Series) | Film Director Amar |
| 2001 | Kasoor | Prosecutor Mehta (as Irfan Khan) |
| 1997–2000 | Jai Hanuman (TV Series) | Valmiki |
| 2000 | Raju Chacha | Unknown |
| 2000 | Ghaath | Mamu | Romesh Bhagwat Dogra |
| 2000 | Zameer (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1999 | Bestsellers: Ek Shaam Ki Mulakaat (TV Series) | (as Irfan Khan) |
| 1999 | Govind Aur Ganesh (TV Series) | (2000) |
| 1999 | The Goal | Unknown |
| 1999 | Star Bestsellers: Fursat Mein (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1999 | Star Bestsellers (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1999 | Geeta Rahasya (TV Series) | Kans |
| 1999 | Rishtey: The Violin Sonata | Unknown |
| 1998 | Bada Din | Police Inspector |
| 1998 | Such a Long Journey | Gustad's dad |
| 1998 | Bhanwar (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1998 | Sparsh (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1997 | Private Detective: Two Plus Two Plus One | Inspector Khan |
| 1997 | Bombay Blue (TV Mini Series) | Ramiz (as Irfan Khan) |
| 1997 | Jaane Kahan Mera Jigar Gaya Ji (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1997 | Naya Daur (TV Series) | (1997) |
| 1997 | Salaam Mumbai (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1996 | Just Mohabbat (TV Series) | (1997) |
| 1996 | Tere Mere Sapne (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1996 | Safar (TV Series) | (1996) |
| 1996 | Satya (TV Series) | (1997) |
| 1995 | Adhura | Unknown |
| 1995 | Gumarah (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1995 | Darr (TV Series) | Serial Killer |
| 1994 | Banegi Apni Baat (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1994 | Chandrakanta (TV Series) | Badrinath | Somnath (1995-1997) | Somnath ... |
| 1994 | The Great Maratha (TV Mini Series) | Najeeb Khan |
| 1994 | Purush | Siddarth |
| 1994 | Vaade Iraade | Naresh Tripathi |
| 1994 | The Cloud Door (Short) | (as Irfan) |
| 1994 | Sara Jahan Hamara (TV Series) | (1994) |
| 1994 | Humrahi (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1994 | Hum Bambai Nahin Jayenge (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1993 | Kirdaar (TV Series) | Sarwan | Malti's Boyfriend |
| 1993 | Karamati Coat | Jaggu |
| 1993 | AnuGoonj (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1993 | Dillagi (TV Series) | (1993) |
| 1993 | Shesh Prashna (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1993 | Makaan (TV Series) | (1993) |
| 1993 | Ek Thi Maria (Short) | Maria's lover |
| 1992 | Mujhse Dosti Karoge | Unknown |
| 1992 | Mrityunjay (TV Series) | Dhanpur |
| 1992 | Laal Ghaas Par Neele Ghode (TV Movie) | Lenin |
| 1991 | Pita | Unknown |
| 1991 | Jazeere (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1991 | Kahkashan (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1990 | Chanakya (TV Series) | Senapati |
| 1990 | Ek Doctor Ki Maut | Amulya |
| 1990 | Reconnaissance (Short) | (uncredited) |
| 1990 | Drishti | Rahul |
| 1990 | Sanjha Chula (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1990 | Titli (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1989 | Kamla Ki Maut | Ajit |
| 1989 | Bharat Ek Khoj (TV Series) | Saleem | Bade Khan | Samiullah ... |
| 1988 | Salaam Bombay! | Scribe (as Irfan Khan) |
| 1987 | Shrikant (TV Series) | Abhaya's husband |
| 1986 | Katha Sagar (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1983 | Kaala Jal (TV Series) | (1984) |
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