Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: Babil Khan, son of the late acclaimed actor Irrfan Khan, posted a series of emotional Instagram stories on Sunday where he broke down while speaking about the mental and emotional toll of working in the Bollywood film industry. The young actor later deleted his Instagram account, leaving fans concerned and sparking widespread conversation online.
In the now-deleted videos, which have been shared extensively across social media platforms, Babil appeared visibly distressed as he tearfully spoke about alleged bullying and the harsh realities of navigating the Hindi film industry. He expressed his frustration and the emotional burden he has been carrying, pointing to pressure from peers and isolation he felt within the professional circle.
Babil rose to fame with his debut performance in the critically praised film Qala and was most recently seen in Logout. He has frequently spoken about the profound impact of losing his father, Irrfan Khan, in 2020, and has used social media to share heartfelt memories and poetry dedicated to his late father.
On the recent anniversary of Irrfan Khan’s passing, Babil had posted a moving tribute, writing:
“With you, without you. Life goes on. With me, without me. Soon I’ll be there. With you, not without you. And we will run together, and fly. Drink from waterfalls, pink not blue. I will hug you so tight, and I will cry. Then we’ll laugh, just like we used to. I miss you.”
After the emotional video went viral, Babil’s Instagram account was deleted. Users who attempted to access his profile were met with a message stating that the account was no longer available.
The incident has sparked conversations around mental health, the treatment of young actors in the film industry, and the ongoing need for emotional support within Bollywood. Several fans and fellow celebrities have extended support to Babil online, urging for compassion and systemic change in the industry.