Arif Khan (former actor)

Arif Khan is a former Bollywood actor known for his roles in several films during the 1990s, including Phool Aur Kaante, Tejasvini (1994), and Hulchul (1995). 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.

Early life and background Arif Khan was born on 1 May 1968 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. 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.

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.

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. He is known to have an association with Tariq Jamil, a Pakistani Islamic scholar, and sometimes seeks his guidance on religious matters.

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.

Filmography Here are some notable films featuring Khan: + Filmography Year Film Role IMDb Rating 1991 Phool Aur Kaante Rocky 6.0 1992 Muskurahat Verma's Son 7.3 1993 Baaghi Sultana - 4.4 1993Pyar Pyar Sandy 1993 Boy Friend Kumar 4.5 1994 Mohra - 7.0 1994 Tejasvini Vicky Khurana 6.1 1995 Ahankaar - 6.2 1995 Hulchul Niranjan Shobraj (uncredited) 4.5 1995 Veergati College Troublemaker 5.8 1996 Diljale - 5.8 1996 Hasina Aur Nagina Vikram 3.9 1997 Zameer: The Awakening of a Soul Vikram (Gajraj's Brother) 4.1 1998 Mohabbat Aur Jung Shakti 4.3 2000 Ek Hi Manzil - N/A 2007 A Mighty Heart Mariane's Taxi Driver 6.6