Today, as we celebrate Boman Irani’s 65th birthday, it’s a great time to uncover some of the lesser-known stories about this beloved actor. From his humble beginnings to his journey into films, Boman Irani’s life is full of moments that inspire and connect. Here are some unknown facts about the man behind the iconic characters:
Overcoming Dyslexia:
Boman Irani had dyslexia as a child, which made learning a challenge. But with time and perseverance, he found his strengths, eventually channeling his sharp observational skills and creativity into acting.
A Theatre Veteran:
Long before Bollywood came calling, Boman was a regular on the theater scenes. He performed in numerous plays, earning applause for his impeccable timing and ability to embody a range of characters.
A Photographer’s lens:
Photography wasn’t just a hobby for Boman Irani, he pursued it as a full-fledged profession. He covered local events and sold his photos to media outlets. One of the highlights of this chapter was photographing the World Boxing Championship 1992.
Boman Irani’s breakthrough casting in Munna Bhai MBBS:
Boman Irani was cast as Dr. Asthana in Munna Bhai MBBS by Rajkumar Hirani, which became his first big break into the world of commercial cinema.
A collector of DVDs:
Boman is an avid collector of DVDs, and his collection spans films from across the globe. His love for storytelling and cinema is evident in his enthusiasm to explore different genres and cultures through films.
Directorial debut:
Boman Irani is now ready to explore new horizons with his directorial debut, The Mehta Boys, which is all set to release on Amazon Prime Video.
