5 min readNew DelhiSep 10, 2026 05:44 PM IST
Tigmanshu Dhulia and Irrfan’s friendship went back to their National School of Drama days. (Photo: Express Archive)Director went far beyond their work in films and television. The two had known each other since their National School of Drama days and remained close through the years. After Irrfan’s death on April 29, 2020, Tigmanshu has often spoken about the void left behind by his longtime friend. Tigmanshu recently revealed that the actor had saved his life many times.
In an interview with NDTV, Tigmanshu revealed that Irrfan had actually saved his life on three separate occasions, each involving water.
“Irfan saved my life many times. Twice… actually, three times. See, I don’t know how to swim, but I’m attracted to water. I love water. I don’t know what attraction is there, it kind of draws me. And I’m not a swimmer,” Tigmanshu said.