Updated On: 07 January, 2025 12:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Irrfan Khan transcended the role of mere actor; he was a master who brought every character he portrayed to life, leaving an enduring mark on audiences worldwide.

Irrfan Khan
While commemorating the anniversary of Irrfan Khan's passing, one cannot help but recall not only his immense talent but also the impact he made on the world of cinema. Irrfan Khan transcended the role of mere actor; he was a master who brought every character he portrayed to life, leaving an enduring mark on audiences worldwide. Today, homage is paid to this extraordinary artist by revisiting his remarkable body of work and contemplating the legacy he has left behind.
1. The Lunchbox (2013): This is one of the most loved films of Irrfan Khan. In the classic drama, Irrfan Khan plays the role of Saajan Fernandes. The movie follows the story of a lonely office worker whose life takes an unexpected turn, and love comes in the most unexpected way to him as he meets a woman through a lunchbox mix-up. His nuanced portrayal captures the character’s loneliness, longing, and eventual emotional awakening, earning widespread critical acclaim.