Prateik Smita Patil says he understands what Babil Khan is going through as he defends the ‘Log Out’ actor: ‘It is not easy being Irrfan Khan’s son’ |

Babil Khan recently posted a video on his social media, which he later took down. Prateik Smita Patil has since expressed his sympathy for Babil, saying that his “heart goes out to him” as he can relate to the emotional challenges Babil might be facing. The Challenges of Being the Son of a LegendPrateik pointed out that being the son of a legendary figure like Irrfan Khan, one of India’s most celebrated actors, must be incredibly difficult. Drawing from his own experience as the son of the late Smita Patil, a great actress who passed away during childbirth, Prateik shared that he understands the weight of living up to a parent’s legacy and the emotional toll it can take.Prateik’s Empathy for Babil’s PainIn a conversation with Bollywood Bubble, Prateik shared that he deeply empathizes with Babil Khan, recognizing the challenges of being the son of a legendary figure like Irrfan Khan. Prateik reflected on how Babil lost his father at a pivotal age, a loss that would have left a profound impact. He admitted that after watching Babil’s video, he was moved to tears and had even discussed the emotional turmoil with his friends. While Prateik emphasized that any form of self-harm is unacceptable, he stressed the importance of understanding the intense struggles Babil has faced, a perspective he feels he uniquely relates to given his own experiences.Pressure of Living Under a Parent’s LegacyHe also expressed that Babil Khan grew up under the immense legacy of his father, Irrfan Khan, one of the most accomplished actors in the industry. He acknowledged the immense pressure Babil must have faced, living much of his life under his father’s protective influence. Prateik shared how deeply he felt for Babil, revealing that he was moved to tears after seeing Babil’s video. He added that he understands the pain Babil is experiencing, emphasizing how difficult it must be to deal with such a profound loss. Prateik sent his heartfelt wishes for Babil’s well-being, love, and healing, reassuring him that Irrfan’s spirit continues to watch over him.Babil Khan’s Recent Social Media VideoIn his video, Babil Khan had called out some of his industry peers and described Bollywood as a “fake” industry. Following the video, his team issued a statement, which clarified that Babil had been open about his mental health struggles. The statement acknowledged that, like anyone else, Babil is entitled to have difficult moments and that this was one of those days. It reassured his supporters that Babil is safe and will soon be feeling better, thanking them for their love and concern.