Irrfan Khan and Vidya Balan's Lost Film 'The Last Tenant' Released on YouTube
Irrfan Khan, Vidya Balan's unreleased film The Last Tenant finally out on YouTube, on the late actor's death anniversary
Hindustan Times
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On the sixth death anniversary of renowned Indian actor Irrfan Khan, his unreleased film 'The Last Tenant' was quietly released on YouTube. Featuring Khan and Vidya Balan, the film, made nearly 25 years ago, offers a rare glimpse into their early careers and serves as a poignant tribute to Khan's legacy.
- 01The Last Tenant was released on YouTube on April 29, coinciding with Irrfan Khan's death anniversary.
- 02The film features early performances from Irrfan Khan and Vidya Balan, marking their only on-screen collaboration.
- 03It was shelved for over two decades due to lost footage, which was recently recovered from a VHS copy.
- 04Sarthak Dasgupta, who directed and produced the film, reflects on its emotional journey and significance.
- 05The film has garnered nearly 200,000 views within three days of its release.
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On April 29, 2023, the unreleased film The Last Tenant, featuring the late Irrfan Khan alongside Vidya Balan, was made available on YouTube, coinciding with Khan's sixth death anniversary. This film, shot nearly 25 years ago, is significant as it showcases the early talents of both actors and marks their only collaboration on screen. Directed and produced by Sarthak Dasgupta, the film was initially shelved for over two decades due to lost footage but was recently restored after a VHS copy was discovered. Dasgupta expressed the emotional weight of releasing the film as a tribute to Khan, reflecting on his journey as a novice filmmaker. Vidya Balan also shared her nostalgia, emphasizing the film's importance in her career as it represents her early work after television. The Last Tenant, which tells the story of a broken musician seeking refuge in an abandoned house, has resonated with audiences, accumulating nearly 200,000 views in just three days, highlighting its impact and the enduring legacy of Irrfan Khan in Indian cinema.
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