Remembering Irrfan Khan: Son Babil Khan attends screening of late actor's last film; kisses his poster

The late actor Irrfan Khan, who passed away at the age of 54 after a long battle with cancer, has left behind a legacy of remarkable acting skills and an impressive filmography. Recently, a screening of his last film, The Song of Scorpions, was hosted by the makers, and it was attended by several celebrities and Irrfan’s son, Babil Khan.

In a video that has surfaced on the internet, Babil can be seen dressed in a black-and-white ensemble, posing for the shutterbugs. He held back his tears as he posed for the pictures and even gave a kiss to his father’s poster at the screening. Fans have been touched by Babil’s emotions and have been showering him with love and support.

Babil has been actively promoting his father’s last film on social media for a few days. The Song of Scorpions is a tragic love story that features Irrfan in the role of a camel trader. The movie revolves around a young woman who saved the lives of those bitten by a Scorpio by singing a special song for them. She falls in love with Aadam played by Irrfan. The film had its world premiere at the 70th Locarno Film Festival in Locarno, Switzerland, in 2017. After six years, it is slated to hit theaters on April 28, 2023, a day ahead of Irrfan’s death anniversary.

Babil, who made his acting debut with the Netflix film Qala alongside Tripti Dimri, is all set to make his digital debut with the upcoming web series, The Railway Men, based on the Bhopal Gas Tragedy. He has also collaborated with ace filmmaker Shoojit Sircar for his next project.

Fans and admirers of Irrfan Khan have been paying their tribute to the late actor on social media, reminiscing about his extraordinary career and his unforgettable performances. Irrfan Khan will always be remembered for his unparalleled acting skills and his contributions to Indian cinema.