Farah Khan Mother Passes Away: In one of the most heartbreaking news from the film industry, ace choreographer and director Farah Khan's mother passed away. Yes! You read it right. Menaka Irani, who celebrated her 79th birthday earlier this month breathed her last this morning. Needless to say, Menaka Irani's demise has sent a wave of shock and grief across the industry. To note, Farah's mother Menaka Irani has been a known face in the industry.