Irrfan Khan had a big fan moment when Mark Ruffalo complimented him for his work

Irrfan Khan is a popular Bollywood actor who is widely recognised for his work in Paan Singh Tomar, Lunchbox and many such unique films. Recently, a biographical book on actor was released in month of January 2020.  book, Irrfan Khan: Man, Dreamer, Star authored by Aseem Chhabra, mentioned how once Hollywood star Mark Ruffalo complimented Irrfan Khan for his work. Read on to kw more about it.

Read | Alia Bhatt 'can't Wait' To Watch 'Angrezi Medium', Says Trailer Is 'too Good'

Mark Ruffalo complimented Irrfan Khan for his work

As mentioned in biography, it so happened that actor along with director-screenwriter Aditya Bhattacharya was having brunch in New York City. Irrfan Khan and Aditya Bhattacharya were in company of producer Leslie Holleran, well kwn for Cider House Rules, Chocolat, and Hanna. Reportedly, Irrfan Khan spotted Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo on next table and elbowed Aditya Bhattacharya. As mentioned in book, incident took place in year 2010.

Read | Irrfan Khan To Skip 'Angrezi Medium' Promotions Due To Health Issues

Mark Ruffalo, famous for his role as Bruce Banner in superhero film Avengers, was present in same diner with a large group of people, probably his family. Aseem Chhabra mentions that Irrfan Khan told Aditya Bhattacharya at that time that he was a big fan of Mark Ruffalo. He wanted an introduction or at least to say ‘Hi’ to him.

director asked Leslie if she knew him, to which she said yes but said she did t feel like walking up to Ruffalo and boring him. As stated by Aditya Bhattacharya, by time Mark Ruffalo was ready to leave, Irrfan seemed disappointed and upset. But to everyone's surprise, Mark Ruffalo stopped by Irrfan’s table and put his hand forward and told Lunchbox actor how much he loved his work.

As told by Aditya Bhattacharya, Mark Ruffalo had said, “Hey man, I love your work.” According to reports, Irrfan Khan had his fan moment and was very happy to have received a compliment from actor he had been wanting to talk to. 

Irrfan Khan ready to release Angrezi Medium

On work front, Irrfan Khan would be seen next in Angrezi Medium. movie has been helmed by Homi Adajania. It will hit atres on March 20, 2020.

Im Credits: Irrfan Khan, Mark Ruffalo Instagram

Read | Vidya Balan Cant Wait For Irrfan Khan To Make A Comeback With 'Angrezi Medium'

Read | Irrfan Khan's 'mein Chakna Leke Aata Hu' Line In 'Angrezi Medium' Trailer Sparks Off Memes