Sutapa Sikdar Opens Up About Life After Irrfan Khan’s Death

Sutapa Sikdar shares her struggles and emotional challenges after the death of her husband, Irrfan Khan, revealing how it has affected her writing and family life with their sons, Babil and Ayan. Sutapa Sikdar, the wife of late actor Irrfan Khan, has opened up about her struggles after his death and how it has affected her life. In a recent interview, she shared that she is still coming to terms with Irrfan’s passing, admitting that the experience has changed her as a person. She revealed that she initially thought she wouldn’t be able to express her emotions, but has become more comfortable speaking about him over time. Sutapa, a writer and dialogue writer for films like Kahaani, Shabd, and Khamoshi, mentioned that her passion for writing has been impacted since her husband’s death. She has found it difficult to connect with her emotions and write effectively, though she is currently working on a book and a film, with the book being about Irrfan. Despite struggling creatively, she wants to share the emotional journey of their life together. Sutapa also spoke about the challenges her sons, Babil and Ayan, face without their father. She acknowledged that both of them have their own struggles and often feel lost in his absence. While Irrfan was the calm and composed figure in their household, Sutapa described herself as someone who would often panic, highlighting the contrast in their personalities.

written by: Jayant Sehgal