Irrfan shares a great bond with the "Amy" director and thus decided to take up as a host for the film's premiere in India.
"I am glad to host this screening for my dear friend Asif and really looking forward to the film," the 48-year-old actor said in a statement.
Irrfan's close friends from the Bollywood fraternity and family are invited in the premiere. Kapadia's friends and family will also be present on the occasion.
The premiere takes place this late due to the director's other international premieres.