Saba Qamar Recalls the Experience of Working With Irrfan Khan

One of the most prominent figures of Pakistani film industry Saba Qamar has made her name over the years, not just Pakistan but also across the border after she worked with the late actor Irrfan Khan in Angrezi Medium.

A few days after the tragic death of Irrfan Khan, Saba spoke to the Hindustan Times and expressed her condolences and sorrows whilst reminiscing about the times spent with him in the past.

“I’m devastated. I’ve learned a lot from Irrfan. Working with him was nothing less than a fan moment for me throughout. As an actor, I believe that acting is actually behaving truthfully under imaginary circumstances. And I actually saw that in him,” she said.

Moreover, she shared how the actor was a mentor for her and gave her handy tips about the art of acting and life.

“When I entered the room where he was sitting, he started singing the song Badan pe sitaraey… for me. I’ll always cherish the entire time I’ve spent with him,” she added.

The Cheekh actress also spoke about the love she got from her fans in the neighboring country and expressed her hopes towards things getting better between Pakistan and India.

“I am of the belief that acting is a form of blended art that shouldn’t be restricted to a particular type or even a country. It should be assorted in such a way that even we enjoy it and so do our fans and audiences. It is this assortment which I miss. I’d love to do more movies for my fans if I get any opportunity,” she said.