Cinema VinesSaif Ali Khan is set to take on a new role in Priyadarshan’s upcoming film Haiwaan, where he will portray a visually impaired martial artist and musician. The veteran actor will share the screen with Akshay Kumar, who plays the antagonist. The film is still in pre‑production, but the buzz around Khan’s upcoming performance is already generating interest among fans and industry insiders.
When asked why a biopic about his father, the legendary former Indian cricketer Tiger Pataudi, has not yet materialised, Khan explained that the subject is “so close to his heart.” He added that it is essential to do justice to the story and avoid producing an “average movie” that could tarnish the legacy of his father’s triumph over adversity. He compared the project’s importance to making a film about Bruce Lee, emphasizing the need for a respectful and well‑crafted portrayal.
Khan also discussed the challenges of sports films in general. He pointed out the difficulty of capturing the authentic body language of real athletes and convincing them to perform convincingly on screen. “I wonder how you get an actor to have the fiery run‑up that Andy Roberts had,” he said, highlighting the intricacies of translating real sports performance into cinematic storytelling.
Regarding the possibility of playing his father’s later years, Khan admitted that he feels too old to portray Tiger Pataudi’s younger self but believes he could convincingly play the elder version of the cricketer. He expressed confidence in his ability to embody the role if given the chance.
When questioned about directing the film, Khan admitted that directing carries a heavy responsibility and would be a daunting task for him. He said, “I feel directing is too much responsibility. I’m not sure if I can think like every character, that’s a lot of responsibility.” Nonetheless, he hinted that he might consider directing once, acknowledging that the idea would excite him even if it seemed overwhelming at present.
