Irrfan Khan In Chandrakanta !!exclusive!! -

However, Irrfan Khan did star in a landmark television series that is often grouped in the same category of "grand Indian fantasy"— (the life story of the character Badrinath) was a spin-off/sequel series. His most iconic role in this specific universe was in the show "Chandrakanta Ki Kahani" (or related spin-offs), where he played the dual role of Badrinath and Virendra Singh.

This dual role allowed Irrfan to showcase the intense, brooding screen presence that would eventually become his trademark. Despite the show's high-fantasy setting—complete with black magic and exaggerated villains like Kroor Singh—Irrfan’s performance remained grounded and memorable. The Struggle Behind the Scenes

This role is considered a significant milestone in Irrfan Khan’s early career.

While he was not in the original Chandrakanta (1994), Irrfan Khan was the lead in the subsequent series Chandrakanta Ki Kahani (or the spin-off focusing on Badrinath). He played , a warrior prince fighting dark magic and court conspiracies, delivering a performance that hinted at the immense talent he would later display on the global stage.

: When Irrfan grew tired of the character and asked the director to "kill him off," the role was so popular that the makers brought him back as ’s .

The Early Brilliance of Irrfan Khan : A Journey Through Chandrakanta