{"product_id":"irrfan-khan-the-man-the-dreamer-the-star-hardcover","title":"IRRFAN KHAN: The Man, The Dreamer, The Star by Aseem Chhabra [Hardcover]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"231\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIrrfan Khan: The Man, The Dreamer, The Star\u003c\/em\u003e (2020) is a comprehensive biography by Aseem Chhabra that delves into the life and career of the acclaimed Indian actor, Irrfan Khan.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThrough interviews with colleagues, directors, and co-actors, Chhabra paints a portrait of an actor who was known for his dedication to his craft and his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"389\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book explores Khan's journey from his early days in Rajasthan to his rise in the Indian film industry and his eventual success in Hollywood.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIt highlights his performances in films such as \u003cem data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eHaider\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"67\"\u003eMaqbool\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"75\"\u003ePiku\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eThe Lunchbox\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eThe Namesake\u003c\/em\u003e, showcasing his versatility and commitment to challenging roles.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eChhabra also touches upon Khan's personal life, providing insights into his background and the experiences that shaped him as an actor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWhile the biography offers a detailed account of Khan's professional achievements, some critics have noted that it could have delved deeper into his personal experiences and the challenges he faced in his career.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNonetheless, the book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the life and legacy of one of India's most respected actors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"906\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAseem Chhabra\u003c\/strong\u003e is a film journalist, freelance writer, and film festival programmer based in New York City.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe has contributed to various publications, including \u003cem data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"94\"\u003eThe Boston Globe\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"123\"\u003eThe Philadelphia Inquirer\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eMumbai Mirror\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"154\"\u003eRediff.com\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"167\"\u003eThe Hindu\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eHindustan Times\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eChhabra has also appeared as a commentator on Indian cinema and popular culture on platforms such as NPR, CNN, BBC, CBC, ABC’s \u003cem data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"149\"\u003eGood Morning America\u003c\/em\u003e, Associated Press, and Reuters.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe is the festival director of the New York Indian Film Festival and has programmed Indian, Asian, and international film festivals in Bengaluru, Pittsburgh, Malta, and Macao.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAdditionally, Chhabra voiced Shadow Puppet #1 in the award-winning animated film \u003cem data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eSita Sings the Blues\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOriginally from Delhi, he now resides in New York and frequently visits India.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eChhabra is also the author of other notable biographies, including \u003cem data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eShashi Kapoor: The Householder, 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