Babil Khan Reflects on Late Father Irrfan’s Words: ‘My Son is Not Figuring it Out’; Wishes He Could Share His Work in *The Railway Men* with Him
**Trigger Warning: This article mentions a person’s passing.**
Irrfan Khan was a beloved Indian actor known for captivating audiences with performances that evoked both laughter and tears. Beyond his immense talent, he was a devoted father. In an earlier interview, the late actor remarked that his son, Babil Khan, was still “not figuring out.” Babil, now an actor himself, recently revisited this memory by sharing the clip and expressing how much he wished his father could have seen him in *The Railway Men*.
Babil shared the interview snippet featuring Irrfan Khan and Akshay Kumar speaking with Rajeev Masand on his Instagram account. In the interview, when Masand mentioned that Irrfan’s sons were likely finding their way, Irrfan candidly responded, “my son is not figuring out.” The comment resonated deeply with Babil, who found comfort in the unfiltered honesty of his father’s words.
In the post’s caption, Babil, known for his role in *Friday Night Plan*, reflected on how lost he felt when his father gave that interview. He fondly remembered how Irrfan’s frank statement brought him both laughter and joy. He wrote, “I wish I could show him now that the boy he watched grow up, uncertain as he was, found his path.” Babil also expressed gratitude to Shiv Rawail for giving him the opportunity to prove himself in his first OTT project, *The Railway Men*.
Babil further shared personal memories, mentioning his challenging time studying in London. He recounted working at bars, bartending at notable venues and at rowdy football stadiums, filming music videos for rappers, and living on a tight budget—often surviving on borrowed bread and McDonald’s ketchup. He admitted that 600 pounds a month was barely enough for a student at the University of Westminster but noted that the hustle taught him resilience.
Previously, Babil had posted heartfelt tributes to his father. One such post featured a picture of Irrfan and photos of Babil working in a studio abroad. In an emotional caption, Babil expressed his longing and determination: “I’m working hard, Baba. You fought your battles, and though few understood, I wish I could touch your presence again.”
