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Irrfan finds a fan in Hollywood star Lupita Nyong'o

The Lunchbox has bowled over Oscar-winning actor Lupita Nyong'o who told her fans on Twitter that the indie film is a "heartwarming story". The actor won an Oscar this year for her role in 12 Years a Slave.

Updated on: Mar 31, 2014, 19:45:46 IST
Hindustan Times | By , New Delhi
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Irrfan Khan’s critically acclaimed 2013 film, The Lunchbox, has added one more fan to its list. This time, the admirer is none other than Oscar-winning actor, Lupita Nyong'o. The 12 Years a Slave star took to social media on Sunday, saying, “Just saw the movie The Lunchbox: the perfect heartwarming love story period, but especially on a cold and rainy day. #goseeit (sic).”

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To this, the film's director Ritesh Batra replied that he was glad the actor liked the film. "I am glad you liked our film, you were fabulous in 12 Years a Slave."


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