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Irrfan Khan, Bollywood's Trailblazer, Passes Away At 53; Tigmanshu Dhulia, Kapil Sharma Attend Last Rites | Live Updates

News18.com | April 29, 2020, 6:22 PM IST

Event Highlights

"Part of me died with him"-Vishal Bhardwaj
Final journey
Fans gather at Irrfan's Jaipur house
Alma mater pays emotional tribute
25th wedding anniversary
Last audio clip of Irfan Khan
"You shall always be missed"- Salman Khan
From AC repairman to an actor
Final respects paid by family
SRK calls Irrfan inspiration
Last rites
"Too soon to leave"- Kamal Haasan
"Loss to the world of cinema-" PM Modi
Master of one liners
"Rest in peace"- Kareena Kapoor Khan
"Will be fondly remembered"- Aamir Khan
Homi Adajania is broken

LIVE Updates | Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan led the tributes to the industry’s most versatile actor, Irrfan Khan, who passed away in Mumbai today at the age of 53 while battling a colon infection. The actor, known for bringing gravitas to Bollywood and essaying the ordinary aam aadmi with panache, was ailing since 2018 when he was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumour. He was laid to rest at the Versova cemetery in the presence of his family and friends. Several celebrities including Vishal Bhardwaj, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Mika Singh and Kapil Sharma attended the last rites of the actor.

An official statement put out on behalf of the actor’s family read: “I trust, I have surrendered”; These were the some of the many words that Irrfan expressed in a heart felt note he wrote in 2018 opening up about his fight with cancer. And a man of few words and an actor of silent expressions with his deep eyes and his memorable actions on screen. It’s saddening that this day, we have to bring forward the news of him passing away.

Apr 29, 2020 6:22 pm (IST)

Kapil Sharma and Mika Singh attend Irrfan's last rites.

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Apr 29, 2020 6:03 pm (IST)

Several celebrities including Vishal Bhardwaj, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Mika Singh and Kapil Sharma attended the last rites of the actor.

Apr 29, 2020 5:55 pm (IST)

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj, a frequent collaborator with the late Irrfan Khan, says the sudden demise of the actor tore him apart. "I feared that he would be gone much before his time but didn't expect that it will be so devastating and ravaging to me personally. It feels as if I am torn into two parts. A part of me has died with him," said Vishal, who worked with Irrfan in films such as 'Maqbool', '7 Khoon Maaf' and 'Haider'.

Apr 29, 2020 5:46 pm (IST)

Farhan Akhtar shares a throwback picture with Irrfan Khan, writing, "Always wanted to collaborate with him but unfortunately never got the opportunity.. thank you for the wonderful memories.. be they on screen or the times we got a chance to catch up. RIP Irrfan."

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Apr 29, 2020 5:39 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan's Funeral: Friends & Family Bid Their Last Goodbyes

Actor Irrfan Khan passed away in Mumbai at the age of 53 while battling a colon infection. Irrfan was buried at the Versova Kabrastan in Mumbai at 03:00 pm this afternoon soon after the news of his passing away was announced.

Apr 29, 2020 5:29 pm (IST)

Can't Imagine I Am Talking About Irrfan In Past Tense, Says Nimrat Kaur

Nimrat Kaur worked with the late actor Irrfan Khan in The Lunchbox. The film screened in several prestigious international festivals and notably won the Critics Week Viewers Choice Award at the 66th Cannes Film Festival.

Apr 29, 2020 5:20 pm (IST)

Ayushmann Khurrana shares heartfelt note on Irrfan Khan's demise. Thanking the actor for the legacy he has left behind, Ayushmann shares his aspirations to have had worked with the actor.

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Apr 29, 2020 5:13 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan's body carried to the burial ground in Mumbai.

Apr 29, 2020 5:00 pm (IST)

Actress Deepika Padukone shared a blank black image on Instagram to express grief at the death of Irrfan Khan.

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Apr 29, 2020 4:56 pm (IST)

⚡️ “Some dialogues only Irrfan Khan could have pulled off”#RIPIrrfanKhan | One Of The Most Versatile actors of Modern Bollywood Classics Passes Awayhttps://t.co/YJkVn3s6kA
— CNNNews18 (@CNNnews18) April 29, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 4:37 pm (IST)

After the news of Irrfan's demise surfaced, fans and well-wishers of the actor gather outside his house in Jaipur.

Apr 29, 2020 4:25 pm (IST)

It was Delhi's National School of Drama (NSD) that helped late veteran actor Irrfan Khan to find a footing in Indian cinema. His alma mater on Wednesday condoled the demise of Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan saying that the theatre school has lost one of its "meritorious" members.

Apr 29, 2020 4:20 pm (IST)

At National School of Drama, We Were Mesmerised By the Persona of Irrfan Khan: Vani Tripathi Tikoo

Vani Tripathi Tikoo, former BJP national secretary, was a junior of Irrfan Khan at the National School of Drama (NSD) in Delhi.

Apr 29, 2020 4:12 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan's Wife Sutapa Sikdar was His Reason to Live, Here's a Look Back at Their Love Story

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan has passed away in Mumbai on Wednesday. He died in the presence of his family-- wife Sutapa Sikdar and sons Babil and Ahan.

Apr 29, 2020 4:11 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan completed 25 years of his marriage to Sutapa in 2020. They shared the common love for cinema and art and were fellow mates at the National School of Drama in New Delhi. The two fell in love during their college days and tied the knot in Feb 1995.

Apr 29, 2020 4:04 pm (IST)

Last audio clip of Irrfan Khan.

Apr 29, 2020 3:57 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan Passes Away: Here are Details of the Last Rites

Internationally acclaimed Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan, known globally for his roles in Slumdog Millionaire and Jurassic World, passed away on Wednesday.

Apr 29, 2020 3:47 pm (IST)

Calling Irrfan Khan's demise a big loss to the film industry Salman Khan said his heart goes out to the actor's family.

Big loss to the film industry, his fans, all of us n specially his family. My heart goes out to his family. May God give them strength.
Rest in peace brother u shall always be missed n be in all our hearts.. pic.twitter.com/KFQ1RoC1H8
— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) April 29, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 3:38 pm (IST)

Irrfan's journey from AC repairman to an actor

Apr 29, 2020 3:26 pm (IST)

Irrfan was buried at the Versova kabrastan in Mumbai at 3pm this afternoon soon after the news of his passing away was announced. In presence were his family, close relatives and friends. Everyone paid their final respects and mourned the loss of his passing away.

Apr 29, 2020 3:16 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan (1967-2020): A Timeline Of the Actor's Fight Against Rare Cancer

Wednesday marked a black day for Bollywood and film lovers all around the world with renowned actor Irrfan Khan passing away at the age of 53.

Apr 29, 2020 3:10 pm (IST)

br /> Actor Shah Rukh Khan shared a throwback picture with Irrfan and called him a "friend, inspiration and greatest actor of our time."

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Apr 29, 2020 3:03 pm (IST)

br /> Irrfan Khan's body to be buried today at 5pm in Mumbai's Versova cemetery.

Apr 29, 2020 2:51 pm (IST)

Veteran star Kamal Haasan on Wednesday condoled the death of Irrfan Khan and described him as "one of the finest actors." At 54, it was "too soon to leave" for Khan, Haasan said in a tweet.

Too soon to leave @irrfank Ji. Your work always left me in awe. You’re one of the finest actors I know, I wish you stayed longer. You deserved more time. Strength to the family at this time.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) April 29, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 2:46 pm (IST)

Here are Rare Pics of Irrfan Khan from the Past

Irrfan Khan has passed away in Mumbai. In his illustrious film career, Irrfan starred in many Bollywood films while also leaving his footprints on the West.

Apr 29, 2020 2:27 pm (IST)

"Irrfan Khan’s demise is a loss to the world of cinema and theatre," tweeted PM Modi.

Irrfan Khan’s demise is a loss to the world of cinema and theatre. He will be remembered for his versatile performances across different mediums. My thoughts are with his family, friends and admirers. May his soul rest in peace.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 29, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 2:25 pm (IST)

Irrfan Khan (1967-2020): Here Are Top Quotes By The Master Of One Liners

Updated: April 29, 2020, 2:03 PM IST Irrfan Khan, one of India's finest and most versatile actors, lost his battle with a rare form of cancer and died in a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday, a statement from his family said.

Apr 29, 2020 2:20 pm (IST)

Kareena Kapoor Khan who worked with the actor in his last released film 'Angrezi Medium' shared a still from the film and wrote it was an absolute honour to work with Irrfan.

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Apr 29, 2020 2:14 pm (IST)

Actor Aamir Khan expressed sadness on the death of his 'dear colleague' Irrfan.

Very sad to hear about our dear colleague Irrfan. How tragic and sad. Such a wonderful talent. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Thank you Irrfan for all the joy you have brought to our lives through your work.
You will be fondly remembered.
Love.
a.
— Aamir Khan (@aamir_khan) April 29, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 1:54 pm (IST)

br /> Homi Adajania, director of 'Angrezi Medium' shared a picture where he's is seen hugging Irrfan. 'Broken' with the news of the actor's sudden demise, the filmmaker wrote how they laughed about him dying.

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Irrfan Khan

"Irrfan was a strong soul, someone who fought till the very end and always inspired everyone who came close to him. After having been struck by lightning in 2018 with the news of a rare cancer, he took life soon after as it came and he fought the many battles that came with it. Surrounded by his love, his family for whom he most cared about, he left for heaven abode, leaving behind truly a legacy of his own. We all pray and hope that he is at peace. And to resonate and part with his words he had said, “As if I was tasting life for the first time, the magical side of it.”

Tributes for the star poured in from not just the industry but also the political world. Bachchan, who shared screen space with Irrfan in Piku, called him an "incredible talent, a gracious colleague and a prolific contributor to the World of Cinema." Actor Radhika Madan, who most recently worked with him in the film Angrezi Medium, said she had no words to convey her loss.

"I dont know what to say... my heart aches when i write this. He was one the strongest people i knew, a fighter. And so are Sutapa ma'am ,Babil and Ayan. Im just grateful that our paths crossed in this lifetime. He is and will always be an inspiration to many. A legend. The man who changed the wave of the indian film industry.May his soul rest in peace."

Prime Minister Modi termed his death a loss to the world of cinema and theatre. Several chief ministers too condoled the demise.