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While Babil Khan blows out his candles on his 27th birthday today, his fans and critics are looking back at his powerful performance in the hit miniseries The Railway Men, the show that was the highlight of his young acting career so far.
A Star on the Rise
Born to legendary actor Irrfan Khan and writer Sutapa Sikdar on May 15, 1998, in Mumbai, Babil Khan is a Bollywood actor. Studying at the University of Westminster and starting as a camera assistant, Babil Khan began acting in 2022 with the film Qala. But his performance in The Railway Men in 2023 was what highlighted his talent and impressed the viewers.
The Railway Men: A Defining Performance
In The Railway Men, Babil Khan plays Imad Riaz, a former Carbide employee who is beginning life afresh at the Bhopal Junction on the eve of the fateful Bhopal Gas Tragedy. The show, based on true events, chronicles a set of railway bureaucrats and locals who put everything at stake to rescue thousands of lives in one of India's deadliest industrial catastrophes.
Praise for Babil's performance came from critics, who appreciated how he was able to express both vulnerability and strength. Reviews described Babil's performance as not feeling like a newcomer's since his acting was said to be polished, natural, and a recollection of his late father's on-screen presence. Fans on social media celebrated his work as a "pleasant surprise" as many expressed anticipation for what is next from him.
Personal Journey and Legacy
Babil has spoken candidly about the difficulties of taking the spotlight after his father, Irrfan Khan, passed away in 2020. He started working on The Railway Men mere months following his father's death, giving credit to co-star Kay Kay Menon for creating a supportive atmosphere on set. Kay Kay Menon, another fellow contemporary of Irrfan's, complimented Babil's talent and foresaw an illustrious future for the young actor.
Looking Ahead
With The Railway Men getting him a Filmfare OTT Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and widespread praise, Babil Khan is fast becoming one of the brightest actors of his generation. As he turns a year older, the industry and fans look forward to what he does next, sure that he will keep his family's legacy in mind while making a name for himself as well.
Sources: E24 Bollywood (Instagram), The Indian Express, Reddit: r/bollywood, Wikipedia: Babil Khan, Hindustan Times
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