The story of Boman Irani is the story of his perseverance, enthusiasm, and late-blooming dreams that took the Indian cinema by surprise. Next to working as a waiter and handling a bakery, Boman rose to be one of the most adored character actors in Bollywood, and his story is more than encouraging.
In this article, the early life and career of Boman Irani will be discussed along with his most popular movies and web series, his contribution to the Indian film industry, and future ventures.
Childhood and Early Career
Being a child in an Iranian Zoroastrian family, Boman encountered a difficulty early in life, losing his father even before his birth. After graduating, he studied at St. Mary School in India and then attended a waiter course at Mithibai College in a span of two years. He worked in his mother’s shop in Mumbai (bakery and namkeen) to earn money and support his family.
His interest in photography made him become a photographer at the Taj Mahal Palace Biseng Hotel, where he photographed school cricket and football matches. His efforts bore fruit, and he became the official photographer of the Indian Boxing Association.
In spite of his success as a photographer, Boman had always dreamed of becoming an actor and went to train with an acting coach named Hansraj Siddhia and did plays in the theatre. His acting took off after the 2003 movie Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., where he played a memorable role as Dr. Asthana.
Boman Irani Movies ZEE5
The contributions of Boman Irani mesmerize people, and some of his movies can be watched online on ZEE5:
Detective Sherdil (2025) is mysterious
Boman Irani plays the part of Pankaj Bhatti, a veteran sleuth, in this suspense thriller based on a high-profile homicide. The movie is full of twists and turns, very plot-driven and suspenseful. The cast is so charming that one can watch the movie till the end.
Uunchai (2022)
It is an emotional film of friendship and adventure. Here Boman Irani plays an important role along with Amitabh Bachchan and Anupam Kher. This novel is a documentation of a group of lifelong friends climbing to the base camp of Everest. It echoes the aspects of loss, life, and friendship.
Surya The Soldier (2018)
It is an action film with elements of Telugu; Boman Irani features in a major supporting role. It is a tale of an irrational and rage-ridden army officer, Surya, who embarks on a path of redemption by way of discipline and self-improvement.
F.A.L.T.U (2011)
The plot of this campus comedy is about four friends who invent a bogus college. Boman Irani has a special appearance to borrow a laugh and impound authority once their ruse backfires in this youth-centric satire on education.
Santa Banta Pvt. Ltd. (2016) Spy Comedy
It is a light comedy that stars Boman Irani and Vir Das as two idiotic friends who become secret agents by default. Their perception leads to hysterical situations, slapstick, and misunderstanding during their venture. Basically, to rescue the ambassador of Fiji in a spoofish.
Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi (2012) Comedy
Farhad is performed by Boman Irani. He is a Parsi, 45-year-old bachelor who is experiencing love in quest. He tries to woo Shirin, and as soon as their romance sparks, he faces opposition from a domineering mother. Affectionate, funny, and culturally attentive, the movie is a sugary, offbeat love story of late blooming and family expectations.
Boman Irani Web Series
Boman Irani debuted in the digital world on OTT platforms through the psychological thriller Masoom. The series is a version of the award-winning Irish series Blood, although it occurs in India.
The lead role goes to Irani, who plays the role of Dr. Balraj Kapoor, who is caught up in family secrets. The series tells about unexhausted relations and unanswered questions that follow a tragic experience.
Boman Irani Upcoming Movies
The Raja Saab (2025)—Telugu
Boman Irani can be viewed in a major role in the light of lead actor Prabhas in The Raja Saab. The film is a Telugu romantic-horror entertainer with interesting suspense, fantasy, and drama elements directed by Maruti. The film will bring along with it some emotional touch and humour with the typical Irani on-screen charisma, as expected.
Bollywood APJ Abdul Kalam (2025)
Boman Irani will be playing a very instrumental role in the biographical movie APJ Abdul Kalam. This movie is directed by Anil Sunkara. The film is developed to celebrate the life and works of a renowned scientist and the former president of India. The movie ought to make an emotional portrayal of the big screen that tells about the life of an iconic character in the country.
The life of Boman Irani is a case of talent, hard work, and the thought that it is never too late to indulge in something that one loves doing. Viewers are never tired of his upcoming projects and new films, and they have every right to expect that he will never disappoint them and leave them feeling untouched and inspired.
