7 Films of Irrfan Khan That Made Him A Global Star

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The Namesake (2006) - Disney+ Hotstar

Irrfan broke out with his portrayal of Ashoke Ganguly in the Mira Nair film that dealt with the immigrant experience.

The Darjeeling Limited (2007) - Prime Video

Irrfan had a very brief but pivotal cameo in the Wes Anderson film; his character deeply informed the protagonists' experience of India.

Slumdog Millionaire (2008) - N/A

Irrfan was Danny Boyle's choice to play the laconic police officer who interrogates Jamal Malik after the latter is accused of cheating on a gameshow.

The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) - Netflix

Irrfan played Dr. Rajat Ratha, a scientist of dubious ethics, in the first instalment of the Spider-Man films that starred Andrew Garfield.

Life of Pi (2012) - Disney+ Hotstar

Irrfan cameoed as the adult Pi Patel in Ang Lee's film, bookending the narrative with his calming baritone.

Jurassic World (2015) - Netflix

Irrfan played Simon Masrani, the maverick owner of the new park that aims to turn dinosaurs into tourist attractions.

Inferno (2016) - Netflix

Irrfan played Harry Sims, one of the principal antagonist's abettors in his mission that involves taking down Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks).

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