Actor Saif Ali Khan reflected on his early life and career, stating that living off his parents' wealth was never an option. He recalled how his late father, cricket legend Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, invested heavily in planning a different future for him, adding that he wasn't really consulted about his career choices.
Saif Ali Khan shared, "My father spent a lot planning a different future for me, but no one really asked what I wanted to do. While I believe my mother's [Sharmila Tagore] influence sparked my interest in films, it took me some time to find my footing. Eventually, I committed to understanding this profession and becoming a better actor. It’s a wonderful career, and I feel I’m just scratching the surface, hoping to keep growing."
He added, "Living off my parents' money was never an option. My father advised me not to rely on financial inheritance but promised me a good education, which he delivered." Saif, the eldest child of Sharmila Tagore and Mansoor Ali Khan, has two younger sisters, Saba and Soha. He married actor Kareena Kapoor in 2012, and they have two sons, Taimur (2016) and Jehangir (2021).
