3 min readNew DelhiMay 4, 2026 04:21 PM ISTFarah Khan recalling owning entire Khar-Danda property. (Photo: Farah Khan/Instagram)We have all heard stories about Farah Khan—born into a film family, yet far removed from its glamour until she carved her own path in the industry. Despite being the daughter of Meneka Irani (sister of Daisy Irani and Honey Irani), and filmmaker Kamran Khan, Farah grew up in poverty after her father gambled away his earnings, home, and property on the 1971 film Aisa Bhi Hota Hai. Within a single weekend of its release, the family was pushed into severe financial debt. What’s lesser known is that even before this downfall, Farah’s grandfather, Aman Gul Pathan, once owned vast property in Khar West. However, he donated the entire estate to a mosque. After his passing, the land was gradually encroached upon, leaving the family with no ownership.Farah recently visited composer Ismail Darbar, who shares a warm bond with her despite not meeting often. Crediting her upbringing and grandparents—whom he had once met—he praised her as one of the nicest people he knows. During their conversation, Darbar reflected on his past, saying he understood “God’s gestures” well, recalling his days in Amal Gul’s Pathan Chawl.“I understand his gestures very well. I lived in Amal Gul’s Pathan Chawl”, said Ismail Darbar.A surprised Farah revealed that the entire Khar-Danda area once belonged to her grandfather. Turning to Zaid Darbar, she remarked that few people know this part of her history.“You don’t know that the entire Khar-Danda entire property belonged to my grandfather Aman Gul Pathan.”ALSO READ | Before Homebound and Mardaani 2, Vishal Jethwa was an unrecognizable extra in this 2011 show. Watch videoShe added that her grandfather had donated the land to a mosque, and over time, it was encroached upon and lost. In a lighter moment, she even joked: “He died and it was all gone. Is there any government policy to claim it back?”Story continues below this adEarlier, in a conversation with Ranveer Allahbadia, Farah had opened up about her family’s financial collapse. “We became paupers. I am not a nepo kid. My dad died a pauper. When he died, he had Rs 30 in his pocket,” she shared.She also recalled the emotional toll of those years, saying that as evening fell, fear would set in, knowing her father’s struggles with alcohol could lead to anything during the night. What began as a story of success quickly turned into “riches to rags,” triggered by her father’s ambition to produce a bigger, colour film—ultimately costing them everything.Farah’s journey, however, didn’t end there. She rebuilt her life from the ground up—starting as a background dancer, then moving on to become an assistant, a celebrated choreographer, and eventually a successful filmmaker. Today, she continues to connect with audiences through her popular YouTube vlogs, adding yet another chapter to her remarkable story of resilience.Disclaimer: This article touches upon themes of significant financial hardship, family loss, and struggles with addiction. While these narratives highlight resilience and personal growth, they are shared for editorial and storytelling purposes and should not be taken as professional financial or medical advice.Click here to follow Screen Digital on YouTube and stay updated with the latest from the world of cinema.© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:farah khanAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...May 04: Latest News01Seven men drown in three incidents in Maval over three days02IPL 2026 Updated Points Table: GT vs PBKS Update Orange & Purple Cap, Runs and Wickets List03Probe ordered after health worker, newborn die at Jharkhand hospital, family alleges negligence04Tamil Nadu results: 5 things to watch, from Vijay’s impact and DMK’s margins to AIADMK’s fight for relevance05The Vijay question: A surge, a silence, and a state trying to read itAdvertisementLive BlogIPL 2026 MI vs LSG Live Score, Playing 11 Updates: Misfiring Mumbai, Lucknow fight for survival50 seconds agoVijay Perambur, Tiruchirappalli East Election Results 2026 Live Updates: TVK chief’s family celebrates as party maintains lead in more than 100 seats2 minutes agoAssam Election Results 2026 LIVE Updates: BJP minister Pijush Hazarika retains Jagiroad constituency defeating Bubul Das of Congress by 93,584 votes3 minutes agoECI West Bengal Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Mamata and Suvendu at Bhabanipur counting centre; TMC alleges agent forced out5 minutes agoECI Assembly Election Results 2026 LIVE: BJP wins Bengal and Assam, makes inroads in Kerala; TVK’s Vijay wave sweeps Tamil Nadu9 minutes ago