Irrfan Khan dead at 53 – Slumdog Millionaire and Life of Pi actor and Bollywood star dies after colon i - The Sun

IRRFAN Khan has died after a colon infection at the age of 53, his agents have confirmed.

The Bollywood star, who also starred in Slumdog Millionaire and Jurassic World, passed away in hospital in Mumbai, India.

Irrfan Khan played dino park CEO Simon Masrani in Jurassic World

The actor had been battling cancer for a number of years but was said to be recovering well after extensive treatment.

He was even well enough to film new Bollywood flick Angrezi Medium, which was released in March.

But the star was suddenly rushed to hospital yesterday with a colon infection, passing away shortly afterwards, according to reports.

Irrfan Khan's quizzes Brit actor Dev Patel's character in Slumdog Millionaire role

Irrfan Khan, pictured in 2018 film Puzzle, died after a colon infectionCredit: Alamy

Irrfan Khan's son Babil is comforted by well-wishers outside the hospital in MumbaiCredit: AFP or licensors

Friends and family of Irrfan Khan were pictured today outside the hospital where he diedCredit: AFP or licensors

His PR company confirmed the tragic news today, saying in a statement: “Surrounded by his family whom he most cared about, he left for heaven above, leaving behind truly a legacy of his own. We all pray and hope that he is at peace."

Khan revealed his cancer diagnosis in a 2018 Twitter post, saying he had an endocrine tumour.

He later underwent treatment in a London hospital.

Irrfan is survived by his wife Sutapa and sons – Babil and Ayan.

GLITTERING CAREER

Khan rose through the ranks of Bollywood actors and became an international star, featuring in a string of Hollywood movies.

He’s perhaps best known to international audiences as the cop in Slumdog Millionaire (2008), which went on to win eight Oscars.

Later roles saw him become a regular in big-budget Hollywood flicks, playing a doctor in The Amazing Spider-Man in 2012 and dino park CEO Simon Masrani in Jurassic World (2015).

And in 2012 he played the adult version of the lead character in the Oscar-winning Life of Pi.

Khan received an Independent Spirit Award for supporting actor in 2006 Indian-American drama The Namesake and a Viewers’ Choice award at the Cannes festival 2013 for his role in Indian romantic drama The Lunchbox.

He also won a number of domestic film awards in India, including a 2012 Indian National Film Award for best actor for his performance in Paan Singh Tomar.

'REST IN PEACE'

Celebs and politicians have rushed to pay tribute to him on social media.

Jurassic World director Colin Trevorrow wrote: “Deeply sad to have lost #IrrfanKhan.

“A thoughtful man who found beauty in the world around him, even in pain.

“In our last correspondence, he asked me to remember ‘the wonderful aspects of our existence’ in the darkest of days.”

India’s PM Narendra Modi wrote: “Irrfan Khan’s demise is a loss to the world of cinema and theatre.

“He will be remembered for his versatile performances across different mediums.

“My thoughts are with his family, friends and admirers. May his soul rest in peace.”

Priyanka Chopra tweeted: “The charisma you brought to everything you did was pure magic.

“Your talent forged the way for so many in so many avenues.. You inspired so many of us.

“#IrrfanKhan you will truly be missed. Condolences to the family.”

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Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who worked with him on hit film Piku, tweeted: “An incredible talent... a gracious colleague... a prolific contributor to the World of Cinema... left us too soon... creating a huge vacuum.”

Actor Raveena Tandon said he was a “fantastic co-star, an actor par excellence, and a beautiful human being”.

And Indian director Shoojit Sircar said: “My dear friend Irfaan, you fought and fought and fought.

“I will always be proud of you.. we shall meet again.”

Deeply sad to have lost #IrrfanKhan. A thoughtful man who found beauty in the world around him, even in pain. In our last correspondence, he asked me to remember “the wonderful aspects of our existence” in the darkest of days. Here he is, laughing. pic.twitter.com/8eAsSOO9Ie

— Colin Trevorrow (@colintrevorrow) April 29, 2020

Irrfan Khan’s demise is a loss to the world of cinema and theatre. He will be remembered for his versatile performances across different mediums. My thoughts are with his family, friends and admirers. May his soul rest in peace.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 29, 2020

Irrfan Khan had been battling cancer for years before his deathCredit: Getty Images

Irrfan Khan centre, with Dev Patel, second from right, and the other stars of Slumdog Millionaire at the 2009 Screen Actors Guild AwardsCredit: Getty Images

Irrfan Khan, pictured in 2013 film The Lunchbox, died aged 53Credit: Alamy

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