Boman Irani Discusses Overcoming Dyslexia and Embracing Individuality

Boman Irani's Journey with Dyslexia
Renowned Bollywood actor Boman Irani, celebrated for his performances in films like 'Munna Bhai MBBS', '3 Idiots', and 'Khosla Ka Ghosla', has openly shared his experiences with dyslexia during his childhood. He emphasized that this learning disorder does not define his identity today.
In a heartfelt discussion, Irani highlighted the uniqueness of every individual, noting that no two people share identical DNA, which inherently makes everyone different. He encouraged individuals to leverage their 'abilities or disabilities' to their advantage and concentrate on their strengths.
“No two human beings have the same DNA. Whether it’s dyslexia, various forms of autism, or different brain aptitudes, everyone should utilize their strengths or disabilities to their benefit. In school, I struggled with mathematics, but that doesn’t define me. What truly defines me is my ability to communicate, tell stories, and express myself,” Irani stated.
The actor admitted that while he finds numbers challenging and has no aptitude for arithmetic, he has a remarkable memory for film scenes dating back to his childhood. He urged others to never feel inferior due to their differences.
“I have an excellent memory for certain things, but numbers? Zero memory. You could teach me arithmetic for hours, and I still wouldn’t grasp it. Society often judges based on such metrics, but I measure my worth by my own competencies. At 11, I vividly recall a scene from a movie, perhaps due to my unique abilities or challenges. It’s crucial to never feel inferior to anyone,” he added.
Reflecting on his diverse career, Irani reminisced about his memorable role as 'Kishen Khurana' in the 2006 film 'Khosla Ka Ghosla'. Initially, there were doubts about his suitability for the character of a Punjabi businessman, given his Parsi background from South Bombay.
“'Khosla Ka Ghosla' was a significant milestone for me as an actor. Many were skeptical about my ability to portray a Punjabi from Delhi, but I took it as a challenge. The moment someone doubts your capability, it fuels your determination to prove them wrong. It became a special project for me, and audiences were surprised to see me embody that character,” Irani explained.
Boman Irani is set to appear in the film 'Detective Sherdil', which is now streaming exclusively on Zee5. He will share the screen with Diljit Dosanjh, Diana Penty, Ratna Pathak, Sumit Vyas, and others.