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Irrfan Khan's son Babil Khan drops out of college to concentrate on acting

Irrfan Khan's son Babil Khan drops out of college to concentrate on acting

Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan is all set to make his acting debut with Netflix’s Qala. The film also stars Triptii Dimri in the lead role and it is directed by Anvitaa Dutt.

A couple of days ago, it was also announced that he has teamed up with the makers of Piku, Shoojit Sircar and Ronnie Lahiri for a project. But, the details about the project are not yet revealed.


Now, recently, Babil posted on Instagram that he has decided to drop out of college to concentrate on acting. He posted, “I will miss you so much. My beautiful friends. I have a very tight circle here in Mumbai, literally 2-3 friends in total. You all gave me a home in a strange cold place and made me feel like I belonged. Thank you, I love you. Film BA, dropping out today, with over 120 credits cause I’m giving it all to acting as of now. Goodbye university of Westminster. I love you my truest friends.”

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Babil was pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in film studies at the University of Westminster, UK.

Irrfan Khan was one of the most talented actors in the industry. He passed away last year in April. His last movie was Angrezi Medium which released in March 2020.

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Author Chetan Bhagat says the obsession with fame is harming Bollywood actors' mental health

Highlights:

  • Bhagat says some stars can’t enjoy meals if not photographed.
  • Author calls Bollywood a “drug house of fame.”
  • He left movies to focus on writing and moved to Dubai.
  • Sees industry as insecure, with friendships mostly transactional.
  • Believes creating stories gives him more satisfaction than films.

Chetan Bhagat says fame in Bollywood can take a serious toll on mental health. The bestselling author, whose novels like 3 Idiots and Kai Po Che! became major films, explained that many actors and directors struggle when their work doesn’t succeed. “There are actors who, when going to a restaurant, if they aren’t recognised, don’t enjoy the meal. They wonder, ‘No one came to click photos?’ Can you imagine what a sick life that is?” he said.

Bhagat added that the pressure of attention and constant public scrutiny can worsen insecurity. He recalled seeing stars fade over time, their mental health affected by the highs and lows of fame.

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