Quote of the day by Irrfan Khan: 'Don't take your plans so seriously, let the road decide where we go'

Hailed as one of the most prolific actors, not just in Bollywood but also having proved his mettle in Hollywood projects, the late Irrfan Khan was and continues to remain a name to reckon with. Khan was admired, not just for his versatility to switch between light-hearted humor to essaying layered and nuanced characters but also for his profound wisdom. On the personal front, the late actor was deeply devoted to his family consisting of wife, Sutapa Sikdar, and their son, Babil Khan. Safe to say, his real-life wisdom and the way he spoke in interviews were even more impactful than his legendary performances on screen.For example, during his interview with Koel Purie for Headlines Today, he shared a line about life that was etched in the audience's hearts. When the host asked during the couch ride interview, "Where are we going?" The actor replied, "Don't take your plans so seriously. Let the road decide where we go.""Don't take your plans so seriously. Let the road decide where we go"This quote by the late acclaimed actor highlights the unpredictability of life. In essence, the actor highlights the fact that life can unfold in the most beautiful and unexpected moments that are unplanned.The 'Chocolate' actor hinted that a bigger force like fate or destiny leads the way. His message was a reminder to stop stressing over rigid goals and instead stay open to change. Ultimately, 'The Lunchbox' actor believed our only real task is to pay attention to the small "nudges" or signs that life constantly sends to guide us.Irrfan Khan passed away on April 29, 2020, at the age of 53, following a colon infection. He had been bravely fighting a rare type of cancer, known as a neuroendocrine tumor, since early 2018. Despite his illness, he continued to work, filming his final film, 'Angrezi Medium', starring Radhikka Madan and directed by Homi Adajania, while undergoing treatment. The film was released in March 2020, just a month before he died.