“Today, 29th of April, marks the fourth anniversary of the departure of a world-beloved actor, Irfaan Khan, a legendary actor of India, whose performances remain in the hearts and minds of his audiences worldwide.

Born in a small, cultured city, Jaipur, Irrfan had a long struggle to reach Bombay. But the grace and dedication with which he lived these struggles have made him an ideal for all who struggle, giving them solace, but also hope and strength, to believe that life will open itself to those who do not give up.

India is the focus country for the Saudi Film Festival this year. And The Saudi Cinema Encyclopedia will celebrate the memory of Irfaan Khan through the publication of a memoir written by the acclaimed Indian director, Anup Singh. Their director/actor relationship became an inspirational and changing force in their lives.

The Saudi Film Festival honors the name of this unforgettable actor and, today, on his Remembrance Day, besides celebrating him with the publication of this heartwarming book on friendship, the festival also wishes to send Irfaan a message: “Irfaan, you will always be remembered”.