Babil Khan Opens Up About His Father's Legacy, His Journey in Cinema, and His Upcoming Projects

Babil Khan, son of the late actor Irfan Khan, is making a name for himself in the film industry, having debuted with the film "Qala" and recently starred in the OTT film "Logout"

Babil reflects on his childhood interest in cinema, which was influenced by his father, Irfan Khan, and his exposure to films like Andrei Tarkovsky's "Stalker" and Iranian and Turkish cinema during his teenage years

He shares his fondness for his father's films, mentioning favorites such as "Life of Pi," "Paan Singh Tomar," and "Lunchbox," and describes a special connection to a scene from "The Namesake"

Babil reveals personal memories of Irfan Khan, including their shared love for cricket and fun moments playing gully cricket and football at home

While acknowledging his father's legacy, Babil expresses his desire to carve his own path in the industry, emphasizing the importance of kindness and impactful work

He discusses the pressures of social media, admitting to an earlier addiction to validation but now recognizing the importance of self-worth beyond online approval

Babil mentions his approach to handling online trolling, stating that he no longer takes it seriously and has learned to move past it

Currently featured in "Logout," Babil's career includes diverse roles, and he has upcoming projects, including a romantic show

Babil's journey in cinema is marked by his efforts to balance honoring his father's legacy while establishing his own identity and contributions to the film industry