Irrfan Khan says being recognised globally doesn’t ensure good roles in Bollywood. Khan has a spate of international roles under his belt: He has worked on films such as A Mighty Heart, The Namesake, Slumdog Millionaire, The Amazing Spider-Man, Life of Pi and Jurassic World.
“Hollywood projects have nothing to do with my career here [in Bollywood]. Definitely the perception of you as an actor has changed, audience sees our man is doing great work there. It changes their perception in Hollywood. But in [the] Indian industry, it doesn’t help to get you good work,” Khan said.
Khan, who is happy with audience response to his latest releases —Talvar and Jazbaa — feels that there has been a change in how the world percieves Indian actors.
“The market has opened up for Indian stories and talent, technicians. It feels great to see Indian actors doing work there I am happy for Priyanka Chopra (the lead in American TV show Quantico),” he said.
When asked if he thinks that he got his due in the Hindi film industry late, he said: “I don’t think about that. I think we as actors are pressed for time. I don’t think I have enough time to think about these things. The things that add to my life or which makes me simpler and harmonious with life I give value to those things rather than complain or hold grudges.
“I have seen people getting drowned, finishing their life just because they have complaints and grudges. There must be something in me which is responsible for whatever is happening to me, good or bad.”
