Under the Spotlight: A Son’s Journey After a Father’s Loss

Since the passing of iconic actor Irrfan Khan in April 2020, the spotlight has been, at times uncomfortably, cast upon his son, Babil Khan. While the younger Khan stepped into the film industry with Qala in 2022, he has also had to grapple with public judgment and criticism, including accusations that he’s using his father’s legacy for personal gain.

Speaking candidly in an interview, Babil opened up about these criticisms. “When Baba passed away, everything changed. I wasn’t emotionally ready for the sudden attention,” he said.

Public Mourning or Career Strategy? Babil’s Side of the Story

Babil regularly shared tributes to his late father on social media—posts that many fans found heartfelt and moving. However, a section of the public viewed these gestures differently, suggesting they were strategic.

Responding to those claims, Babil stated, “Had I really been doing it for attention, I wouldn’t still be attending auditions. The love I posted about was genuine. I did it because people were so kind to our family.”

He explained that his intent was always to respect the memory of his father. “I saw it as a responsibility, a way of acknowledging the love we received.”

Handling Hate and Staying Grounded

Criticism, Babil admits, was painful. “There’s always a duality to everything. With light comes shadow, and if you try to walk the middle path, criticism will follow,” he explained.

Instead of letting it consume him, Babil chose to stay grounded. “I told myself to keep going, to continue sharing. I couldn’t let the hate win.”

An Emotional and Honest Approach to Life

Despite being naturally shy, Babil says he doesn’t shy away from expressing who he is. “I live my life with full emotion. I cry, I feel pain, I face it all. No one can stop me from living life on my terms,” he said.

With his career just beginning, Babil Khan is striving to make his mark as an individual, while respectfully carrying forward his father’s legacy.

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