Happy Birthday Saif Ali Khan: Must-watch Bollywood movies of the versatile actor
The actor has turned 52 years today. On his birthday, let’s take a look at some of his memorable performances in Bollywood
Happpy Birthday Saif Ali Khan
Saif Ali Khan is one of the most celebrated actors in Bollywood. The actor has been in the industry for more than two decades and has made a mark by giving us some memorable performances. From Dil Chahta Hai to Kal Ho Naa Ho to Cocktail, the actor has come a long way and has always tried to redefine himself with his unique characters. On his birthday, take a look at some of his popular performances.
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Love Aaj Kal
Imtiaz Ali’s Love Aaj Kal is a coming-of-age film with an interesting plot line. Its story revolves around two couples and their love stories. An interesting take on changing times and their impact on human relationships, the film takes you on a roller-coaster ride of emotions and love. The sadness of separation and the desperation to reunite is its basic premise around which the whole plotline revolves. The film is a must-watch for Indian cinephiles and is one of the best works of the filmmaker. It is available to watch on Amazon Prime Video.
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Dil Chahta Hai
Farhan Akhtar directed this 2001 romantic musical featuring Aamir Khan, Akshay Khanna, and Saf Ali Khan in lead roles. The story centers around these three and their relationships with each other and others over time. Saif plays the part of a rich college boy who is keen on finding his perfect match. It also centers on the love life of the other two with their love interests respectively. The interesting narrative and fresh plotline were an interesting take on love, life and relationships. The ever popular Bollywood cult classic is available on Amazon Prime Video.
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Kal Ho Naa Ho
The Nikkhil Advani directorial is another cult classic that is regarded as a must watch by all Shah Rukh Khan fans. It features Preity Zinta as the leading lady of the film and Saif Ali Khan in a supporting role. Though Saif is not the main lead, he still received much praise and recognition for his role. His character, the lovable Rohan, became everyone's favorite with his charm and adorable looks. It is one of the most adored roles of Saif Ali Khan. The film is available on Amazon Prime Video.
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Cocktail
Cocktail features Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty in lead roles. An interesting tale on love, loss and relationships, focuses on the friendship between these three and the complications that arise after love emerges between the two of them. The story deals with human connections, betrayals and the sacrifices that are made to hold on to people and emotions. Saif breaks his stereotypical charming boy personality on screen and plays the role of a lazy brat who does not think about others except for himself. Watch this interesting tale on evolving human relationships and power-packed performances on Zee5.
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Parineeta
The Pradeep Sarkar-directed 2005 romantic drama features Saif Ali Khan and Vidya Balan in lead roles. It is a love story that centers on the life of two children, Lolita played by Vidya and Shekhar played by Saif. The duo grows up to realize they are in love. What follows is the separation that comes in between and the external challenges that they have to go through to be with each other. Saif as Shekhar understands the nuances of his character and looks flawless on screen. He is caring and courageous, but also ruthless when sees things going haywire. Vidya, on the other hand, is naive and docile, and does not question her surroundings. The movie is streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
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Phantom
An action-thriller that centers on two Indian spy agents who are on a mission to find the culprits behind terrorist attack on India and hunt them down to protect their country. It features Saif Ali Khan and Katrina Kaif in lead roles. The duo looks good on screen with their powerful action-packed performances and the romance brewing between the two characters. Saif is seen in a never-before avatar and does complete justice to his role. He shows anger, ruthlessness and a daring attitude that is required for his role. Katrina also acts as a good counterpart and plays her part with utmost conviction. The film is available on Netflix.