At a recent event, filmmaker Anurag Basu and actor Konkona Sen Sharma opened up about the profound emotional impact of returning to the set of a new project that once featured the legendary actor Irrfan Khan.
As part of a film franchise that holds a special place in Indian cinema, the absence of key contributors from the original cast was deeply felt. The two shared that before rolling the cameras, the entire cast and crew observed a heartfelt moment of silence to honor both Irrfan Khan and iconic singer KK — both of whom were integral to the soul of the earlier film.
Konkona Sen Sharma, who worked closely with Irrfan in the original film, recounted how walking onto the set without him felt “strangely incomplete.” “Konkona started crying,” Anurag Basu revealed during the conversation, “It just hit all of us at once — the silence, the emptiness, the void left behind by someone who made the film what it was.” The actor-director duo admitted that the memories came flooding back, not just of Irrfan’s irreplaceable screen presence, but of the joy and creative energy he brought to every scene.
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Anurag Basu, known for his poignant storytelling, said that recreating the magic without two of its biggest hearts, Irrfan and KK, was not just a creative challenge, but also an emotional journey. “There are certain energies that never come back. But they stay with you, always, in spirit,” he said. The filmmaker also noted that the team made a conscious decision to keep the legacy of these late artists alive through subtle tributes in the film.
Fans of the franchise are already emotional seeing their favorite stars reflect on such irreplaceable losses. As the video of their tribute circulates online, many have expressed gratitude for the heartfelt remembrance. For those who admired Irrfan Khan and KK, this reunion on set, laced with memories, silence, and tears is a powerful reminder of the legacy these two icons have left behind.
