Did you know Babil Khan once SPAT chewing gum on his late father Irrfan Khan's face?
Babil Khan, son of the late Irrfan Khan, reminisces about his father's legacy and their bond. He recalls a mischievous childhood incident where he accidentally spat chewing gum on Irrfan's face during a film shoot. Babil also shared a heartfelt tribute on the fifth death anniversary of his father, remembering Irrfan's strength and grace in facing life's challenges.
Babil Khan
, son of the late legendary actor
Irrfan Khan
, made a heartfelt entry into Bollywood with his debut film Qala. Even five years after Irrfan's passing, Babil continues to remember his father with deep love and emotion. While his Instagram account is filled with priceless childhood memories and touching tributes to his "baba," Babil has often spoken about the bond they shared.
A Mischievous Childhood Memory
However, did you know that he once spat chewing gum on Irrfan Khan's face? Yes, you read that right! In an interview with RavanSpeaks, Babil Khan recalled a memorable childhood moment from when he visited one of his father Irrfan Khan's film sets. At the time, young Babil didn't fully understand what his father did for a living. He shared that he was a mischievous child, often running around the set without a clue about the seriousness of the work going on. In a candid confession, Babil recounted how he once accidentally spat chewing gum onto his father's face during a take. Instead of getting angry, Irrfan calmly used the moment to explain the importance and cost of filmmaking, helping his son understand the value of the craft.
Irrfan Khan's Legacy: A Cinematic Icon
Irrfan passed away in 2020 after his tough fight with a neuroendocrine tumour and was known for his work in both Bollywood and Hollywood. His filmography includes Piku, Life In A Metro, Haasil, Paan Singh Tomar, Maqbool, Haider, The Amazing Spider-Man, Life of Pi, and Jurassic World.
Babil's Emotional Tribute on Irrfan's Fifth Death Anniversary
On April 29, 2025, as the world marked the fifth death anniversary of Irrfan Khan, his son Babil paid a heartfelt tribute, reflecting on the strength and grace with which his father lived. Remembering Irrfan as both a warrior and a gentle soul, Babil spoke of how his father faced every challenge life threw at him—whether he wanted to or not. In a deeply emotional statement, he said, 'Baba walked this earth, swam the waters, marched into battles that were thrown at him regardless of his wishes. He was a warrior with a heavy foot that transformed into a prophet with steps so light he could walk on air.' His words captured the essence of Irrfan's resilience, humility, and the lasting impact he left behind.
Irrfan Khan's Battle with Cancer and Untimely Passing
In 2018, the versatile actor Irrfan, who was known to bring life to his characters, was diagnosed with
neuroendocrine cancer
. He was treated in the USA for a year, and in 2019, he came back to India. Irrfan was then admitted to Mumbai's Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where he was treated for his colon infection. Sadly, at the age of 53, the stellar actor passed away, leaving behind his sea of fans with his body of work and memories engraved for a lifetime.
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