Irfan Khan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 07, 1967 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Jaipur, Rajasthan, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Irfan Khan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Critically acclaimed Indian actor noted for his roles in Hindi cinema and international films such as 'The Lunchbox,' 'Slumdog Millionaire,' and 'Life of Pi.' |
Intro
Irrfan Khan was an acclaimed Indian actor known for his impactful roles in both Bollywood and international cinema. Renowned for his nuanced acting and versatility, Khan gained global recognition through his performances in films such as 'The Lunchbox,' 'Slumdog Millionaire,' and 'Life of Pi.'
Early Life & Background
Irrfan Khan was born Sahabzade Irfan Ali Khan into a Muslim family in Jaipur, Rajasthan. He developed an interest in acting during his college years and earned a scholarship to the National School of Drama in New Delhi in 1984.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'Maqbool' (2003)
- Starred in 'The Namesake' (2006) and received international praise
- Acted in 'Slumdog Millionaire' (2008), which won multiple Academy Awards
- Lead role in 'The Lunchbox' (2013), a significant international success
- Featured in Hollywood films such as 'Life of Pi' (2012), 'Jurassic World' (2015), and 'Inferno' (2016)
- Won the National Film Award for Best Actor for 'Paan Singh Tomar' (2012)
- Recipient of the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in 2011
Trivia
- His birth name was Sahabzade Irfan Ali Khan.
- He often stylized his screen name as 'Irrfan' with two 'r's.
- He was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor in 2018 and passed away in 2020.
- Irrfan Khan is widely regarded as one of the finest actors in Indian cinema.
FAQs
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Irfan Khan is 59 years old.
Irfan Khan was born the 7 January 1967.
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
On His Birth-Day
About January 7th, 1967, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 7th, 1967 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm A Believer by The Monkees
- #1 UK song: Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones
- Popular movie: The Graduate directed by Mike Nichols
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