Arif Khan (former actor)

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Arif Khan
Born (1968-05-01) 1 May 1968 (age 56)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Occupation(s)Former actor, preacher
Years active1991–2007
Notable work Phool Aur Kaante , Mohra , Tejasvini, Hulchul , Veergati , Diljale

Arif Khan is a former Bollywood actor known for his roles in several films during the 1990s, including Phool Aur Kaante (1991), Mohra (1994), Hulchul , and Diljale (1996). He often portrayed negative or rival characters. After his appearance in the 2007 Hollywood film A Mighty Heart, Khan decided to leave the film industry to focus on religious and personal growth. He had been associated with the Tablighi Jamaat since 1997 and chose to fully dedicate his time to its religious activities and preaching.

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Early life and background

Arif Khan was born on 1 May 1968 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. [1] [2] He grew up in a family where his father worked as a tailor, and Khan initially learned tailoring and design from him. His interest in modeling led him to the entertainment industry, where he was offered a role in Phool Aur Kaante by film producer Dinesh Patel. [3]

Acting career

Khan's acting debut in Phool Aur Kaante (1991) was commercially successful, and he gained recognition for his performance. He subsequently appeared in several films in the 1990s, often portraying negative characters or rivals to the protagonists. His notable films include Mohra (1994), Veergati (1995), and Diljale (1996). In 2007, Khan played a taxi driver in the Hollywood film A Mighty Heart , alongside Angelina Jolie. [4]

Transition to Religious life

Khan left the film industry after a decade and chose a life focused on spiritual growth. During the 1997 Mumbai International Tablighi Ijtema (gathering), he became associated with the Tablighi Jamaat, an Islamic missionary movement. He has since dedicated himself to religious activities and personal growth. Khan actively participates in preaching and has distanced himself from the entertainment industry. [5] [6] [7] He is known to have an association with Tariq Jamil, a Pakistani Islamic scholar, and sometimes seeks his guidance on religious matters. [8]

Personal life

Khan's decision to leave Bollywood was influenced by his family, particularly his mother and wife, who supported a life aligned with Islamic values. His brother, Yousuf Khan, also guided him toward this path. [1]

Legacy

While his career in Bollywood was brief, Khan is remembered for his roles as a rival or negative character. His decision to leave acting and pursue a religious life has been a notable aspect of his personal journey. [9] [1]

Filmography

Here are some notable films featuring Arif Khan: [10] [11]

Filmography
YearFilmRoleIMDb Rating
1991 Phool Aur Kaante Rocky6.0
1992 Muskurahat Verma's Son7.3
1993 Baaghi Sultana -4.4
1993Boy FriendKumar4.5
1994 Mohra -7.0
1994TejasviniVicky Khurana6.1
1995 Ahankaar -6.2
1995 Hulchul Niranjan Shobraj (uncredited)4.5
1995 Veergati College Troublemaker5.8
1996 Diljale -5.8
1996 Hasina Aur Nagina Vikram3.9
1997 Zameer: The Awakening of a Soul Vikram (Gajraj's Brother)4.1
1998 Mohabbat Aur Jung Shakti4.3
2000Ek Hi Manzil-N/A
2007 A Mighty Heart Mariane's Taxi Driver6.6

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