Babil Khan on Irrfan Khan, Log Out, Relationships, Social Media & More | Bani Anand | AAE S4

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In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast Season 4, actor Babil Khan reflects on the grief of losing his father, the legendary Irrfan Khan, and the quiet strength of his mother, Sutapa Sikdar. He opens up about the pressures of growing up in his father’s shadow, the complexities of legacy and individuality, and the emotional vulnerability of living in the public eye. Babil recounts a moving moment at the IIFA Awards where he chose to honour his mother instead of his father, realising her vital role in his father’s journey — even sharing how she once gave a 17-page feedback note on Paan Singh Tomar.

This Babil Khan interview also delves into emotional accountability. Babil Khan candidly reflects on past manipulative behaviour, admitting he was unaware of it at the time. Once he recognised it, he reached out to someone he had hurt with a sincere apology — and was surprised when the response was warm and appreciative.

As the podcast unfolds, Babil Khan questions the authenticity of modern relationships in the age of social media. He speaks about the importance of truly being present, and how today’s culture of constant connectivity often distracts people from forming real, in-person connections. Having grown up without a smartphone until the age of 21, Babil reflects on how that shaped his relationship with technology and helped him remain grounded.

Babil Khan shares his discomfort with the term “content,” believing it diminishes the uniqueness of creative work. He also sheds light on the pressures of being an influencer, constantly balancing authenticity and exposure. On a personal note, he opens up about overcoming insecurities around appearance and learning that true self-worth comes from embracing one’s individuality.

Babil Khan also talks about his experiences with toxic relationships and the emotional toll they took, and how being bullied shaped him not just as a person but as an artist. Babil believes adversity, though painful, can be a powerful source of creativity — helping him tap into deeper emotional truths.

The loss of his father, Irrfan Khan, remains a central theme — not just as a parental figure, but as a best friend and confidant. Babil reflects on how few people he truly trusts, and how deeply he values close, meaningful relationships in a world that often feels superficial.

The interview also touches on modern dating culture. Babil admits feeling uncomfortable with dating apps, saying they reduce people to data points. He prefers genuine, face-to-face interaction, where emotional connection is tangible. He laments the decline of romance in an era where instant gratification often takes precedence over emotional intimacy.

One of the most poignant moments comes when Babil reflects on a scene from Piku, sharing that understanding someone truly, deeply is the most profound expression of love, more so than simply being loved.

He also shares that music is a deeply personal and therapeutic space for him. Activities like scuba diving have helped him reconnect with his breath, which has helped him feel more present — something he believes every artist needs: a life beyond the art to feed the art. He also speaks about the kind of person he finds attractive — someone he can laugh with and share a sense of humour.

The podcast wraps up with a fun segment, where Babil responds to hypothetical scenarios with charm and playfulness.

(00:00) Episode begins
(02:17) How have the last few years been professionally?
(03:28) Is he an intentional non-conformist?
(06:42) Babil Khan on receiving the IIFA Award
(09:37) What does his mother think of 'Log Out'?
(10:06) Where does he derive validation from?
(11:45) On how an apology is liberating
(13:33) Real vs. fake apologies
(16:40) On social media
(17:45) When Babil Khan got trolled
(18:19) How tough it is to be an influencer
(20:50) On content as a concept
(23:37) Responsibility in storytelling
(26:10) What are his insecurities?
(27:33) Social media and beauty standards
(30:08) Parts of his personality discovered through acting and on validation
(34:24) How adversities are important for art
(36:30) On losing his father, the legendary Irrfan Khan
(37:24) On toxic relationships
(38:45) New-age culture and dating apps
(39:47) On modern-day love
(40:59) On romance, quoting a scene from Piku
(43:52) How does Babil unwind AfterHours?
(45:29) On his acting skills
(46:10) Artists should experience different aspects of life
(48:00) The kind of person Babil finds attractive
(49:03) Game

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