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Irrfan Khan’s Qarib Qarib Singlle co-star Parvathy: ‘It doesn’t make sense that I am alive and he is not’

Irrfan Khan’s Qarib Qarib Singlle co-star Parvathy: ‘It doesn’t make sense that I am alive and he is not’

Irrfan, one of India’s finest actors, died in 2020 at the age of 53. He died at Mumbai’s Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where he was admitted due to a colon infection while battling a neuroendocrine tumour since 2018. He left an impressive body of work, including the romantic comedy Qarib Qarib Singlle. Actor Parvathy, who co-starred with Irrfan in the film, recalled working with him in a chat with Pinkvilla. Parvathy and Irrfan in a still from Qarib Qarib Singlle. The film was a box office success. What Parvathy said about Irrfan When a fan present during the chat asked Parvathy about her experience of working with Irrfan, she began, “I don’t think we talk enough about death. As a society I don’t think we are doing a great job talking about grief. We have lost a person who has experienced life and you have shared those moments with them, so allow to feel that grief. Whenever I am asked about Irrfan or Puneet [Rajkumar] even, they are two of my co-stars that we have …

Kamna Chandra on working with Raj Kapoor and Yash Chopra, and where Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas went wrong | Bollywood News

Kamna Chandra on working with Raj Kapoor and Yash Chopra, and where Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas went wrong | Bollywood News

Kamna Chandra was one of the very few women screenwriters of Hindi cinema back in the early 1980s. In many ways, she paved the way for screenwriters like Honey Irani, Sooni Taraporewala, and Juhi Chaturvedi. She’s worked with late legendary filmmakers like Raj Kapoor on Prem Rog (1982) and Yash Chopra (Chandni, 1989). She also co-wrote 1942: A Love Story (1994) with director Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who later became her son-in-law. In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Kamna breaks down her 40-year-plus journey. You didn’t have any connections to the film industry. And it was nonetheless an uphill climb for any woman screenwriter to get her script greenlit in the early 1980s. How did you then land a film as seminal as Raj Kapoor’s Prem Rog (1982)? I’d written extensively before that also, but for magazines, radio, and television in Delhi. People had just started warming up to television back then. My husband, who worked at a multinational company, got transferred to Mumbai. So, excitement sparked within me that I can try writing for films …

As an actor, baba was open to everything around him: Babil Khan on Irrfan | Bollywood

As an actor, baba was open to everything around him: Babil Khan on Irrfan | Bollywood

New Delhi, Babil Khan has fond memories of working as an intern in the camera department on Irrfan Khan’s 2017 romantic drama “Qarib Qarib Singlle” and he remembers how his father enjoyed waking him up early in the morning for the shoot. As an actor, baba was open to everything around him: Babil Khan on Irrfan Irrfan passed away on April 29 in 2020 after a fight with a rare form of cancer. Babil, who has followed in his father’s footsteps by getting into movies, considers Irrfan among the greatest actors ever and right alongside two of his favourite Hollywood icons Marlon Brando and Philip Seymour Hoffman. He considers himself lucky that he got to closely observe his father’s acting process and spontaneity first hand on the sets of the Tanuja Chandra-directed film, which also starred Parvathy Thiruvothu. “I was the intern for the camera department. I was running around with a lens box… It was one of the greatest experiences of my life. And he used to say that this is the best shooting …

POLL RESULT: Fans reveal their favorite Irrfan Khan film; can you guess?

POLL RESULT: Fans reveal their favorite Irrfan Khan film; can you guess?

Though Bollywood lost Irrfan Khan, his legacy lives on through his unforgettable performances. His versatility and flawless acting continue to captivate audiences, making his films timeless. To honor his brilliance, Pinkvilla recently held a poll to determine which of his films left the biggest impact on fans and the results are finally in! Can you guess the winner? Pinkvilla held a two-day poll starting February 27 to find out which Irrfan Khan film fans cherish the most. The choices included The Lunchbox, Karwaan, Hindi Medium, Angrezi Medium, and Qarib Qarib Singlle. The results are in, and The Lunchbox has emerged as the winner with 41.18% of the votes. Hindi Medium followed closely with 35.29%, while Karwaan secured 11.76%. Qarib Qarib Singlle and Angrezi Medium received the least votes, each earning 5.88%. Now, turning to the winning film The Lunchbox. This 2013 gem, helmed by Ritesh Batra, is a touching tale of unexpected connections. Irrfan Khan delivered a deeply moving performance as Saajan Fernandes, a solitary office worker who finds solace in an unusual bond sparked …

POLL: Which Irrfan Khan film out of THESE 5 is your absolute favorite? The Lunchbox to Hindi Medium; VOTE

POLL: Which Irrfan Khan film out of THESE 5 is your absolute favorite? The Lunchbox to Hindi Medium; VOTE

Irrfan Khan, a powerhouse of talent, captivated audiences with his profound performances and unparalleled versatility. Though he is no longer with us, his legacy lives on through his unforgettable films. We’re conducting a poll to find out which of the five films mentioned touched your heart the most. Cast your vote now and celebrate his cinematic brilliance! 1. The Lunchbox  Released in 2013, The Lunchbox is a beautifully crafted romance that unfolds through an unexpected exchange of handwritten notes. Directed by Ritesh Batra, the film follows Saajan Fernandes, a reserved and melancholic office worker, who unknowingly develops a deep emotional bond with a woman after a lunchbox meant for her husband is mistakenly delivered to him.  Irrfan Khan’s portrayal of Saajan is a masterclass in subtlety. His restrained expressions and quiet loneliness speak volumes, making his performance both powerful and deeply moving. 2. Qarib Qarib Singlle Released in 2017, Qarib Qarib Singlle offers a refreshing take on modern romance, following two contrasting individuals navigating online dating. A free-spirited, witty man crosses paths with a reserved …