Saif Ali Khan Recalls Working With Amitabh Bachchan For The First Time: 'He Asked Me To Say...'

Saif Ali Khan has opened up about the nerves he felt while sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan for the very first time, recalling the experience from the sets of Eklavya: The Royal Guard (2007), directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.

Saif Ali Khan on His First Scene With Amitabh Bachchan

Recalling the moment, Saif said, "I had long dialogues, so I was learning them. The next day, when it was Amit ji's scene, he said, 'Saif, just give me the cue.' Then he asked me to say the entire dialogue, and I thought, 'Thank God I had prepared.'"

The actor's candid recollection highlights just how much preparation went into sharing scenes with a veteran like Amitabh Bachchan early in his career, and how that moment of being asked to deliver the full dialogue on the spot left a lasting impression on him.

Saif's Upcoming Film Haiwaan

On the work front, Saif Ali Khan is gearing up for the release of Haiwaan, his first collaboration with director Priyadarshan. The film also marks his reunion with Akshay Kumar after 18 years of not sharing screen space together.

In Haiwaan, Saif Ali Khan plays a visually challenged character. The film is set to release in theatres on September 11, 2026. As part of the promotional run, Saif will also be appearing on Kaun Banega Crorepati to talk about the film.

Quick Facts

• Saif Ali Khan first worked with Amitabh Bachchan on Eklavya: The Royal Guard (2007), directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra

• Upcoming film: Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan

• Haiwaan reunites Saif Ali Khan with Akshay Kumar after 18 years

• Saif plays a visually challenged character in Haiwaan

• Haiwaan releases in theatres on September 11, 2026

• Saif will appear on Kaun Banega Crorepati to promote the film

FAQs

Q: Which film marked Saif Ali Khan's first collaboration with Amitabh Bachchan?

A: Saif Ali Khan first worked with Amitabh Bachchan on Eklavya: The Royal Guard (2007), directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.

Q: What is Saif Ali Khan's upcoming film Haiwaan about?

A: Haiwaan is directed by Priyadarshan and stars Saif Ali Khan alongside Akshay Kumar, reuniting the two after 18 years. Saif playys a visually challenged character in the film.

Q: When does Haiwaan release?

A: Haiwaan is scheduled to release in theatres on September 11, 2026.