Bollywood actor Babil Khan is set to make his Malayalam cinema debut with “Gandhi Bazar”, a film by director Babu Janardhanan.
The film boasts of a star-studded cast, including Aparna Balamurali, Deepak Parambol, Nikhil Nair, Johny Antony, Jagadish, Sudheer Karamana, Unni Raja, Athmiya, and Jayashankar.
Sources close to Babil revealed that the actor desires to take on challenging roles and explore powerful narratives, marking a significant step in his artistic growth.
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“Babil has always been drawn to stories that challenge him and allow him to grow as an artist. Stepping into Malayalam cinema with a project of this scale and creative depth is an incredibly exciting moment. It reflects his desire to explore powerful narratives beyond boundaries and collaborate with storytellers who inspire him," the source added.
Babil, the son of late actor Irrfan Khan, made his acting debut in 2022 with the Netflix psychological drama film "Qala ". He is known for his role in "The Railway Men" series, which revolved around the horrific 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy.
His last work is the 2025 cyber-thriller film “Logout”, which premiered on ZEE5. It was directed by Amit Golani and also starred Nimisha Nair.