6 Must-watch Movies Of Irfan Khan

Sahavzade Irfan Ali Khan is known professionally as Irrfan Khan. An Indian actor who not only worked at Bollywood but also worked at British & American films. He was born in Tonk, Rajasthan on 7th January 1967. Irrfan khan was an evergreen actor who won many awards and honours in his career. Filmfare, Screen actors guild award, international Indian film academy awards, and many more. He was also honoured with Padma Shri in 2011 one of the biggest honours in India.

“I’ve realized that my… let me call it ‘destiny’ or some force that has pushed me to identify looking for your comfort zone as a kind of limitation. And everybody has a tendency to fall into the comfort zone. I did that in the early stage of my career.”
-Irrfan Khan

He starred in at least 78 movies and tv shows growing a reputation in the industries around the world.

Frankly, it is very tricky to pick out a few movies to recommend but here are 6 Must-watch Movies Of Irfan Khan.

1. Angrezi medium (2020)

Angrezi medium starring Late Irrfan Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Radhika Madan

Angrezi Medium was the last movie we could ever have by late Irrfan khan. Angrezi medium portraits story champak a single father who wishes to fulfil all the dreams of his daughter. However, some misadventures result in him and his family on a quest. The movie shows how our parents do everything to make our life the way we wanted.

Hindi Medium starring Irrfan Khan, Neha Dhupia, Amrita Singh, Dishita Sehgal

2. Hindi Medium (2017)

Our parents always wished to give us the best education so that we can excel in our life. Hindi medium depicts the struggle of getting admission to a high-class school. When they get to know that their poor background is holding their child’s education back, they do everything to ensure that she gets into the school.

3. The Lunchbox (2013)

A mistake by a tiffin carrier service of Mumbai leads to Ila’s tiffin, being delivered to Saajan Fernandes.

The subtle romance drama is a definite recommendation. The unique storyline and the amazing performance of Irrfan Khan give the audience chills.

4. Life in a metro (2007)

Irrfan Khan, Shiney Ahuja, Konkona Sen, Shilpa Shetty, Kangana Ranaut, Kay Kay Menon, Sharman Joshi, Dharmendra

With these many stars on the lineup Life in the metro was a big Indian musical drama film. The movie shows how the life of nine people in Mumbai changes when their fate twirl together. Irrfan’s character, of a man looking for a woman who suits him perfectly. This is one of the characters which got him as a great mainstream actor.

5. Namesake (2006)

Starring Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Kal Penn, Jhumpa Lahiri, and others.

Ashoke and Ashima when migrated to New York from Calcutta, tries to adjust to the life of America. On the other hand, their child Gogol seeks to find his identity and choose between honouring his traditions or to blend into American culture.

6. Pan Singh Tomar (2008)

The story shows how an athlete won has won gold medals seven times in a row at the Indian National Games was forced to become a dacoit when his mother was murdered.

So, these were my recommendation for Movies of Irrfan Khan you must watch. Some of his other works which you must have been already watched are Piku, Jurassic World, Life of Pie , if not include them on your list.

It is worth mentioning that the presence and respect Irrfan Khan had in the industry is still among the best actor in the line. He was not only a good actor but a good person IRL. His unorthodox acting skills made him one of the most iconic actors we could have. Be sure to tell us your favourite movie starring Irrfan Khan.

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