Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan recently visited the scenic town of Uri in Jammu and Kashmir, as part of NDTV's Jai Jawan programme, to spend time with Indian soldiers and boost their morale. The trip coincided with India's 80th Independence Day celebrations, which are marked annually on August 15th.
During his visit, Khan was asked about the concerns of his two sons, Taimur and Jeh, who have begun asking questions about the ongoing global conflicts and whether they are safe. Khan shared that his children, who are both young, feel scared and anxious about the situation, constantly inquiring about the safety measures in place to protect them.
"My children ask me about the many wars that are happening around the world right now. They feel scared too. They ask, 'Who is looking after us? What will happen next? Will the situation get worse?'" Khan revealed, speaking candidly about his sons' concerns. He reassured them that the Indian Army is doing its best to protect the country and its citizens.
Khan also expressed his admiration for the Indian Armed Forces, stating that his children are proud of the soldiers who are safeguarding the nation. He acknowledged that the current situation in Kashmir is sensitive and that the region is not fully open to tourism due to security concerns.
Uri, the town Khan visited, is a picturesque destination located in the Indian-administered region of Jammu and Kashmir. However, the area has been the site of several terrorist attacks in the past, including the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025, which resulted in the loss of 26 civilian lives.
The attack led to a significant escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan, with India suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and taking several other measures in response. The situation was further complicated by the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, particularly the US-Israel war with Iran, which began on February 28, 2026, and continues to affect global energy supplies.
India, which relies heavily on imported crude oil and gas from the Middle East, is particularly vulnerable to the disruptions caused by the ongoing conflicts. Khan's visit to Uri was a gesture of support for the Indian Armed Forces, who are working tirelessly to protect the country and its citizens from the various threats they face.
Meanwhile, Khan is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan and also starring Akshay Kumar and Saiyami Kher. The film, which marks a reunion for Khan and Kumar nearly 18 years after Tashan, follows the story of a physically impaired man played by Khan, who finds himself entangled in a complex web of circumstances.
The teaser for Haiwaan has generated a significant amount of buzz among movie enthusiasts, with many eagerly anticipating the film's release on September 11, 2026. It remains to be seen how Khan's portrayal of a physically impaired man will be received by audiences, but one thing is certain - his visit to Uri and his comments about his sons' concerns have sparked a significant amount of discussion about the role of the Indian Armed Forces in protecting the country and its citizens.
