Irrfan Khan’s Home: A Bohemian Epitome of Grace

They say, “Acting should be bigger than life”, and his eyes portrayed a whole world. The authenticity with which he brought characters to life on the big screen will be remembered for generations to come. Padma Shri Sahabzade Irrfan Khan was a maestro, and his art will always remain timeless.

Just like his performances on screen, Irrfan Khan’s house is filled with an ethereal charm. His home is an ingenious blend of traditional, bohemian, urban and vintage elements. 

If you would like to relive the actor’s legacy through his magnificent abode, keep on reading!

Irrfan’s Artistically Crafted Abode: An Overview

Irrfan Khan’s larger-than-life movies were a mirror to his professional life, but his personal life only came to light with glints of his house. Even after his demise, his sons keep his fans in the loop by reminiscing his memories through old photographs.

Irrfan Khan and his family (Sutapa, Babila and Ayaan) used to live in Madh Island till a few years ago. They shifted to the Oshiwara address in 2016, wherein their apartment oozes sophistication and elegance.
Irrfan Khan’s house interiors have been designed by Shabnam Gupta, famously known for her brands – The Orange Lane and Peacock Life. She has also designed the properties of celebs like Parineeti Chopra and Kangana Ranaut.

A Glimpse of Irrfan Khan’s Home Interiors

Shabnam Gupta has designed each space in the house in a unique way representing the personalities of its inhabitants. However, the brilliance lies in the fact that despite each part being distinct, it is still knit together in a cohesive manner. 

Scroll down to glance through the beauty of it.

The Enchanting Entrance

Every nook of Irrfan Khan’s home interiors defines who he was as a person – a legend in his true self. A striking blue colour catches the eye when one reaches the entrance lobby. It is unique and charming, just like the star himself. The entrance gives way to an open and spacious living room owing to the floor-to-ceiling glass windows.

A Living Room Straight out of the Canvas

Irrfan Khan’s home is deeply rooted in his Indian heritage and is a blend of sculptures, intricate art, and exquisite frames. The interiors boast of both soft touch and sturdy material in the form of floral motifs and traditional wooden furniture. 

The colour palette of the room is a coruscating mixture of neutrals and brights. The concrete ceiling, the subtle yet colourful splash of pinks and blues, and the balancing ivory white make the room look heavenly. The hints of greenery both outside and inside the room cleverly combine the rustic and urban vibe.

The area of the living room that we love the most displays the star’s inquisitive nature. The walls have some of the most unique pieces of art, travel souvenirs and artefacts that Irrfan collected over his lifetime.

In fact, the living room’s focal point is a pond! Yes, the space is centred around a Turkish bathtub made of blue marble resembling an aquatic ecosystem. This intriguing addition stimulated the actor’s way of life.

The charpai (low, wooden framed bench with ropes), the Gond painting ( indigenous tribal art of India), the Rajasthani jharokha (windows found in ancient forts), and colourful jute rugs are the perfect examples of the eclectic design of the living room. We cannot take our eyes away from the pink Jhoola, which was a must in Khan’s wishlist.One of the pillars has been transformed into a statement decor component through a collage of antique mirrors and burnt terracotta panels. The living room is also surrounded by two balconies which act as a Parda from the outside world. This justifies Irrfan’s desire to disconnect from the daily humdrum of city life to spend quality time with his family.

The Intricacies of the Dining Room 

Do not be surprised to see the rich Persian blue dominating the dining area that signifies Irrfan’s Pathani culture and the history of Jaipur. Despite the strikingly gorgeous blue, the room’s overall vibe is calming because of the white walls and reflecting mirror panels. 

The man’s eye for detail is quite evident in his obsession with symmetry and the design of the five black statement lights which glisten over the dining table. The dining room and living room are effortlessly connected with an inset of windows.

The Majestic Bedroom

Irrfan Khan’s bedroom is a true reflection of his style and what defines him as a person. The room’s interiors are elevated with whites, blues, and woods. It exudes tranquillity and elegance as the Gond painting holds the attention. A petite vintage chair in the corner accentuates the whole look.

Overall, the room is true to the Indian authenticity and has a minimal design for a peaceful effect. A bay window opens up to Irrfan’s private study, the space that rendered him some solitude with a library wall, reading nook, and comfortable seating.  

Sutapa’s Authentic Room

Sutapa’s room has been designed keeping in mind her taste and style. Gond art, antique pieces, floral motifs, and a small balcony of her own offers an individualistic vibe to the room. The beauty of it is enhanced with a vibrant yellow table and two chairs.

Many items out of the ones used in both Irrfan and Sutapa’s rooms have been sourced from Rajasthan and their personal collections.

As per the designer, conceptualising the children’s bedroom adjacent to the kitchen and next to their parent’s bedroom was a daunting task. However, the hard work paid off with satisfactory outcomes, as visible from Babil’s room.

Irrfan Khan’s House in Madh Island

Before moving to this beautiful home in Oshiwara, Irrfan Khan lived a simpler lifestyle in Madh Island. There is no denying that Khan was a man with fine taste and despite making it big in life, his lifestyle continued to portray his real down-to-earth personality.

Irrfan’s son Babil took to Instagram to post a picture of his old house, which reminded him deeply of his lost father and childhood. The post reads,

“This is my father’s old room near the beach before we shifted to the city. This is where he did most of his work. Studying acting now, I think of one of the ideas that he used to implement: that the craft has immense emotional similarities to playing around as a child.”

Irrfan Khan’s House Address

Irrfan Khan used to live in DLH Enclave, Goregaon, New Link Road in Oshiwara, Mumbai. 

Currently, his wife Sutapa and their sons Ayan and Babil reside in their beloved abode on the 5th floor.

Rare Events from Irrfan Khan’s Life

The late Irrfan Khan was in the public eye for almost his entire life. However, only his true fans are aware of some of the lesser-known facts about him. 

• Bagging a compliment from a world-renowned celebrity is no piece of cake. Nevertheless, Sahabzade Irrfan Khan’s work was once appreciated by Julia Roberts at the Oscars, where she expressed her love for Irrfan’s performance in The Namesake.

• Irrfan had once decided to quit acting in movies as he tasted no success but thanks to The Warrior (2001), his career revived, giving the Hindi Film Industry one of the best actors of all time.

• He is the only Indian actor to date who has made major contributions in Academy Award-winning movies, like Life of Pie (2012) and Slumdog Millionaire (2008). Both of them are globally renowned cult movies.

• Irrfan even declined a Christopher Nolan movie! Yes, you read it right! Giving priority to the films he was already working on, he refused to work for the mastermind filmmaker. Now that requires some gumption.

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