Your Privacy is Important to us

We encourage you to review our Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy.

By continuing, you agree to the Terms listed here. In case you want to opt out, please click "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the footer of this page.

Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information

We won't sell or share your personal information to inform the ads you see. You may still see interest-based ads if your information is sold or shared by other companies or was sold or shared previously.

Continue on TOI App
Open App
Login for better experience!
Login Now
Welcome! to timesofindia.com
TOI INDTOI USTOI GCC
TOI+
  • Home
  • Live
  • TOI Games
  • Top Headlines
  • India
  • City News
  • Photos
  • Business
  • Real Estate
  • Entertainment
  • Movie Reviews
  • Lifestyle
  • Podcasts
  • Elections
  • Web Series
  • Sports
  • TV
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Events
  • World
  • Music
  • Astrology
  • Videos
  • Tech
  • Auto
  • Education
  • Log Out
Follow Us On
Open App
  • ETIMES
  • CINEMA
  • VIDEOS
  • TV
  • LIFESTYLE
  • VISUAL STORIES
  • MUSIC
  • TRAVEL
  • FOOD
  • TRENDING
  • EVENTS
  • THEATRE
  • PHOTOS
  • MOVIE REVIEWS
  • MOVIE LISTINGS
  • HEALTH
  • RELATIONSHIP
  • WEB SERIES
  • BOX OFFICE

From 'The Warrior' to 'Inferno': A look at Irrfan Khan's Hollywood journey

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Jan 7, 2021, 18:39 IST
Comments
Share
1/6

From 'The Warrior' to 'Inferno': A look at Irrfan Khan's Hollywood journey

Irrfan Khan, who won over the Indian audience with his versatile performances in Bollywood films, had carved a niche for himself in Hollywood as well. The National Award-winning actor, whose Hollywood journey kicked off in 2001 with 'The Warrior', followed it up with Mira Nair's 'The Namesake' with Tabu, and Wes Anderson's 'The Darjeeling Limited' which featured him alongside Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody and Jason Schwartzman. Thus began Irrfan's rise in the West. The actor went on to bag the Academy Award-winning film 'Slumdog Millionaire', and also shared screen-space with renowned actors like Tom Hanks, Andrew Garfield in the course of his career. Take a look:

2/6

'Slumdog Millionaire'

Irrfan experienced his first taste of worldwide success when Danny Boyle's 'Slumdog Millionaire' won the prestigious Academy Award. Irrfan, who played a cop in the film, managed to weave his magic once again by delivering a stellar performance.

3/6

'The Amazing Spiderman'

Post the success of 'Slumdog Millionaire', Irrfan was roped in to play the character of Ranjit Ratha in the Hollywood blockbuster 'The Amazing Spiderman'. Despite limited screen time, Irrfan impressed with his performance.

4/6

'Life of Pi'

Irrfan did complete justice to the role of Pi Patel in ace filmmaker Ang Lee's 'Life of Pi'. Another highly appreciated performance by Irrfan, this film fetched him rave reviews from foreign critics and audience alike.

5/6

'Jurassic World'

Irrfan played the role of a billionaire, who owned the dinosaur park in the 2015 film 'Jurassic World'. His brilliant performance made him one of the most sought-after Indian actors overseas.

6/6

'Inferno'

Irrfan raised the bar set by himself for Inferno in which he shared screen space with two time Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks. The late actor essayed the role of Harry Sims aka The Provost in the mystery-thriller.

Start a Conversation

Post comment
Featured In Entertainment
  • 'Peddi' BO day 7: Ram Charan film witnesses midweek decline
  • Ishita and Vatsal reveal daughter Veda's face on her first birthday
  • Ammy Virk says Ranveer and Deepika's daughter Dua brought him luck
  • Seema Sajdeh reacts to getting back with Sohail Khan after divorce
  • Sunaina recalls crash dieting led to tuberculosis meningitis
  • Alpha teaser: Fans spot similarities with La Femme Nikita
  • Virat beats SRK, PC to become India's most valuable celebrity
  • 'Ignored him during flops, now want Rs 45 crore after Dhurandhar'
  • Top 5 South stories of the day
Photostories
  • Exclusive - Rubina Dilaik recalls hiding her pregnancy during a Punjabi film shoot, talks about mom guilt and motherhood; says, 'My nose would start bleeding on set due to the extreme heat'
  • 6 subtle habits that make people lose respect for you, as per psychologist
  • Which quality makes others jealous of you? find out based on your birth date
  • 7 meaningful ways to celebrate your child’s biggest moments
  • You don't need a Gout attack to have high Uric Acid: The subtle symptoms doctors don't want you to ignore
  • From Vinod Kambli to Virat Kohli; famous cricketers who own luxurious properties in Mumbai’s premium neighbourhoods
  • From brightening creams to face serums: Why men’s skincare is finally having its moment in India
  • All about ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ live-action cast: From Cate Blanchett to Mason Thames
  • Sleeping enough but still tired? These vitamin deficiencies could explain why
Explore more Stories
  • 12
    All about ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ live-action cast: From Cate Blanchett to Mason Thames
  • 5
    All about Knox and Vivienne: Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s youngest 17-year-old twins
  • 5
    Times 'Peddi' star Ram Charan proved to be a family man: 'I don’t want to miss a single moment with my daughter, Klin'
  • 5
    From 'Om Shanti Om', 'Dear Zindagi' to Yale University: Shah Rukh Khan’s most inspiring quotes that will change your outlook on life
  • 7
    Rags to Riches stories of Hollywood: Dwayne ‘The Rock' Johnson to Robert Downey Jr.
Up Next
  • ETimes
  • /
  • Entertainment
  • /
  • Hindi
  • /
  • Bollywood
  • /
  • From 'The Warrior' to 'Inferno': A look at Irrfan Khan's Hollywood journey
About UsTerms Of UsePrivacy PolicyCookie Policy

Copyright © Jun 11, 2026, 06.00AM IST Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service