Bollywood royalty, Saif Ali Khan, is known not just for his impressive filmography but also for his calm, composed demeanour off-screen. From iconic roles in Omkara, Sacred Games, and Dil Chahta Hai to his suave appearances at public events, Saif has always been a figure of intrigue and elegance.
Not long ago, the actor found himself in the centre of a troubling incident that made headlines across the country, a knife attack that shocked his fans and the film industry alike.
Now, for the first time, Saif Ali Khan has broken his silence about what really happened that night and how he’s dealing with the aftermath. In a candid conversation with Bombay Times, the actor shared details of the incident and addressed the swirl of conspiracy theories surrounding his quick recovery.
The actor was discharged from Lilavati Hospital just five days after the attack. When he was seen in public looking fit and unaffected, a section of people began questioning whether the attack was as serious as initially reported. Some even speculated about the authenticity of the incident, fuelling bizarre conspiracy theories online.
Responding to these reactions, Saif remained composed and unbothered. He said that these conspiracy theories were expected and called it ‘stupidity’.
“I think it is expected that there will be all kinds of reactions to something like this. There will be people ridiculing it. There will be people not believing it, people making fun of it. And I think that’s fine because it is what gives colour to the world. If everyone had a sympathetic reaction to something, it would be flat and dull. And I expected it, then there is no need to react to it,” Saif said.
The actor continued,
“And the thing that became clear to me is that there is so much kindness also in the world. There’s so many wonderful people who know how to make you feel better by saying supportive things. From the ward boys and the doctors to the rickshaw driver, they were all just angels, heaven-sent. There is a lot of kindness in the world and a fair amount of stupidity also. But that’s what makes it interesting.”
Despite the speculation, Saif’s dignified response proves he’s choosing grace over outrage — a classic trait of the actor who has always let his work and calm wisdom do the talking.