'Irrfan Khan from Life of Pi dies of rare cancer at age 53'

Still image from the movie 'Life of Pi'. Photo by Naver Movies

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Yeon-ju] Indian actor Irrfan Khan, who appeared in films such as "Life of Pi" and "Slumdog Millionaire," has died of a rare cancer. He was 53 years old.

According to foreign media including AP and Hindustan Times on the 28th (local time), Irrfan Khan passed away after being admitted to the intensive care unit of a hospital in Mumbai, India. Khan was diagnosed with a rare disease called neuroendocrine tumor in 2018 and had been battling the illness since then. Neuroendocrine tumors are tumors that develop from clusters of nerve and endocrine tissues and are found in the pancreas, stomach, small intestine, and colon.

Khan's spokesperson stated, "Khan, who had been fighting the illness for several years, passed away surrounded by his family and loved ones," adding, "We all pray and hope that he rests in peace."

Meanwhile, Irrfan Khan, who debuted in 1988, gained recognition by appearing in Indian films such as "Slumdog Millionaire" and "Life of Pi," and built his reputation by starring in blockbusters like "The Amazing Spider-Man" and "Jurassic World."

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