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Irrfan Khan: AC repairman to acting legend
15 Nov
Summary
- Irrfan Khan once worked as an AC repairman.
- He visited Rajesh Khanna's house for an AC repair job.
- Naseeruddin Shah's performance in 'Umrao Jaan' inspired him.
Long before his celebrated acting career, Irrfan Khan explored various professions. He once worked as an air conditioner repairman, even visiting the residence of superstar Rajesh Khanna for a repair job. This anecdote was shared by Khan during an interaction with veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah.
Khan recounted that his primary struggle in the film industry was sustaining his inspiration, realizing that acting was a cultivated desire rather than an innate calling. He purchased a VCR with his first salary to watch films, underscoring cinema's growing importance in his life.
The actor also discussed how specific performances shaped his artistic perspective. He cited Naseeruddin Shah's role in the 1981 film 'Umrao Jaan' as particularly impactful, noting the unique approach to dialogue and character portrayal.
Irrfan Khan, who passed away on April 29, 2020, left behind a significant body of work. His final Bollywood release during his lifetime was 'Angrezi Medium' (2020), and his last theatrical film was 'The Song of Scorpions' (2023).
