The Void Left By Geniuses Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor will never be filled
Film Industry bigwigs and scores of people across different sections of the society were left in a state of shock, when they first heard Irrfan Khan‘s, the finest and youngest actor whose work in a short span of time is truly incredible.
Then comes another shock, the passing away of Chintu Rishi Kapoor. The legendary actor from the Kapoor Khandan who was adored by people around the world for his romantic, rosy looks. Who charmed people with his roles in every genre right from his childhood.
In Amitabh Bachchan words. He’s GONE..! Rishi Kapoor… gone.. just passed away. I am destroyed. How true his words are as the talented actor’s body of work has touched every single human in the entertainment industry, behind the camera , in front of the camera and on screen, which thrilled and entertained millions of people.
T 3517 – He's GONE .. ! Rishi Kapoor .. gone .. just passed away ..
I am destroyed !— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) April 30, 2020
In fact Rishi Kapoor came back from the US after undergoing treatment for Cancer related illness and he tweeted. “Back home! 11 months, 11 days! Thank you all,” Mr Kapoor tweeted after his homecoming last year.”
Most recently he shared this information in his tweet – Rishi Kapoor wrote “Dear family, friends, foes and followers. I have been overwhelmed by all your concern about my health. Thank you. I have been filming in Delhi past 18 days and because of the pollution and my, I caught an infection whereby I had to be hospitalized.” He also revealed that doctors had found a patch on his lungs that could have led to pneumonia.
The industry had never experienced grief of this proportion. As they lost the finest of the younger generation actor Irrfan Khan a day ago. He had created a niche for himself, with his way of dialogue delivery, his expressive eyes and the impact he left behind in each of the roles he played in fewer films he acted which include Piku, Lunch Box and the most recent of his films Angrezi Medium.
The finest tribute to the young actor who passed away in his early fifties was by Artist Aniket Mishra… In his painting he wrote ” we are like short stories Irrfan, in the end, we leave a longing to read more.” Sharing this painting Amitabh Bachchan wrote: Perhaps that is Rituparno Ghosh.. and Irfaan of course…. both of immeasurable talent… left this world far too early… the firmament of the nation shaken and in utter dismay.
T 3516 – .. nothing could have been a better tribute than this by artist Aniket Misra ..
Perhaps that is Rituparno Ghosh .. and Irfaan of course .. both of immeasurable talent .. left this World far too early .. 🙏 ..
the film firmament of the nation shaken and in utter dismay pic.twitter.com/NQDfIbG9Io— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) April 29, 2020
The iconic actor Irrfan’s last few words were – Amma has come to take me”. His last tweet about his work which the actor shared in the twitter was this. He wrote.. Mr. Champak’s state of mind: Love from the inside , making sure to show it outside! Angrezi Medium now streaming on DisneyplusHSVIP. It will be the finest tribute to the great actor to watch this film, which will be remembered forever.
Mr. Champak’s state of mind: Love from the inside, making sure to show it outside! 😍 #AngreziMedium now streaming on @DisneyplusHSVIP: https://t.co/z23Vlobb77#KareenaKapoorKhan @radhikamadan01 #DeepakDobriyal #DineshVijan #HomiAdajania #DimpleKapadia @RanvirShorey pic.twitter.com/SiWA2TK1OJ
— Irrfan (@irrfank) April 12, 2020
Both the actors – Irrfan and Rishi Kapoor were great genius and the void left after their death cannot be easily filled.”
Actor Irrfan Khan was born on January 7, 1966, in Jaipur, Rajasthan and had an untimely death on April 29, 2020, at the of 53 due to colon infection. As an actor, he worked in Hindi Films, in British films and in Hollywood movies. In his career of over 30 years, Irrfan received many awards– National Film Award and Filmfare Awards in different categories.
He was not only a talented actor but also was a fine cricketer. He was selected for CK Nayudu Tournament– a stepping stone to First-Class cricket for under 23 players, which is was a great achievement for a young man of his age.
The Rajasthan boy came to Mumbai, the hub of tinsel world as a Air conditioner Technician, and reportedly his first assignment was to attend a AC service call from Super Star Rajesh Khanna. The actor The couple married to a brahmin girl Sutapa Sikdar leaves behind two sons: Ayaan Khan and Babil Khan.
Among the famed dialogues by Irrfan Khan is “Sirf insaan galat nahi hote, waqt bhi galat hota hai”
This one truly describes our life – Chaal hum chalenge, shye bhi hum denge, aur maat bhi hum denge. You will be always be remembered for the finest performances and entertainment you left behind for us to watch for generations. Rest in Happiness Irffan. You will always be with us.
On the other hand Rishi Kapoor began his career with roles in his father Raj Kapoor’s films. As a child, he made an appearance in the Shree 420 song Pyar Hua Ikrar Hua. He played a young version of his father in 1970 film Mera Naam Joker, winning the National Award for Best Child Artist for his performance. Three years later, he made his debut as a leading man in Bobby.
The void left behind these legends will never be filled.