Boman Irani on Dyslexia: ‘My Weakness in Math Doesn’t Define My Strengths’

Boman Irani, the well-known actor from films like ‘3 Idiots’ and ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla,’ has openly spoken about his childhood experiences with dyslexia. He shared insights into how he navigated the challenges and clarified that this learning difficulty doesn’t dictate who he is today. In a recent interview, Irani spoke about the individuality of each person, noting that everyone has a unique DNA. He urged people to capitalize on their abilities, or even their disabilities, and to concentrate on their areas of proficiency. Irani acknowledged his difficulties with mathematics in school, clarifying that these struggles didn’t define him. Instead, he emphasizes his ability to communicate, narrate stories, and use his body and voice. He recalls his remarkable memory for movie scenes, which he has had since childhood. Irani believes it’s crucial not to let differences make one feel inferior. He also discussed his role in ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla,’ where he played ‘Kishen Khurana,’ and the initial skepticism of the filmmakers. Irani took this as a challenge, ultimately working hard to portray the character successfully. His next film, ‘Detective Sherdil,’ is now streaming on Zee5, and includes stars like Diljit Dosanjh and Diana Penty.