Irrfan Khan continues to be remembered as one of Indian cinema's most remarkable performers. The National Award-winning actor achieved great heights during his career. On his death anniversary, let us take a look at some of his best films that you can watch right now.
'The Lunchbox'
In 'The Lunchbox', Irrfan portrayed Saajan Fernandes and shared screen space with Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Nimrat Kaur. The film followed Ila, a housewife who accidentally sends her lunch to Saajan, a widowed accountant. This small mistake begins an emotional journey. They start exchanging letters. Over time, they open up about their lives. The film stands out for its simplicity and depth.
'Blackmail'
'Blackmail' showcased Irrfan in a different space. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the film explored dark humour. He played a middle-aged man stuck in a routine life. His marriage lacked excitement. Things changed when he discovered his wife's affair. This led to unexpected twists. It starred Kirti Kulhari, Arunoday Singh, and Divya Dutta. It released in April 2018 and emerged as a sleeper hit. The film had a unique mix of thrill and comedy.
'Hindi Medium' and 'Life of Pi'
In 'Hindi Medium', Irrfan played Raj Batra. He appeared alongside Saba Qamar. The story focused on parents trying to secure a good education for their daughter. It highlighted social class differences and explored the pressures of modern schooling. On the global stage, 'Life of Pi' brought him international recognition. Directed by Ang Lee, the film told the story of survival. It followed a young boy stranded at sea with a Bengal tiger. Irrfan played the adult Pi Patel.
'Paan Singh Tomar'
'Paan Singh Tomar' remains one of Irrfan's most celebrated performances. He portrayed a real-life athlete who turned into a dacoit. The story traced his journey from a national champion to an outlaw. Personal tragedy and injustice shaped his path. Irrfan's performance received critical acclaim. It earned him the National Award for Best Actor. The film marked a major turning point in his career. ETimes gave the film a rating of 4 stars out of 5 and our review read, 'It is perhaps a sign of Bollywood maturing that another biopic on a famous athlete is in the making: Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, on sprinter Milkha Singh. Till then, let us just relish the pleasure of watching Paan Singh Tomar.'
