History of Saif Ali Khan in Timeline
Saif Ali Khan is a prominent Indian actor and film producer, predominantly working in Hindi cinema. He hails from the esteemed Pataudi family, being the son of renowned actress Sharmila Tagore and celebrated cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi. Khan's illustrious career has garnered him numerous accolades, including a National Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards. His contributions to Indian cinema were further recognized with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in 2010.
1914: Parineeta Source Material Publication
The Bengali novella that inspired the 2005 film "Parineeta," starring Saif Ali Khan, was originally published in 1914.
1993: Best Male Debut for Aashiq Awara
Saif Ali Khan won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his performance in Aashiq Awara in 1993.
1996: Inspiration for Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega
The film "Love Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega," which Saif Ali Khan starred in, was loosely inspired by the 1996 black comedy "Fargo."
1998: Goodbye Lover
The 1998 American film "Goodbye Lover" was loosely adapted in the 2008 Indian thriller "Race".
2000: Sanam Teri Kasam delayed
The production of Saif Ali Khan's romantic drama "Sanam Teri Kasam" was delayed since 2000.
2000: Start of Rediff's "Top 10 Actors" Consideration Period
The year 2000 marked the beginning of the period considered for Rediff's "Top 10 Actors of 2000-2010" list.
2001: Best Performance in a Comic Role for Dil Chahta Hai
Saif Ali Khan received the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role for Dil Chahta Hai in 2001.
2001: Nehlle Pe Dehlla delayed
The production of the action-comedy "Nehlle Pe Dehlla", which featured Saif Ali Khan, was delayed since 2001.
2001: Appearance in Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein
Saif Ali Khan appeared in the film "Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein" in 2001.
2001: Dil Chahta Hai Release and Success
In 2001, Saif Ali Khan starred in the critically acclaimed coming-of-age film "Dil Chahta Hai," which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. His portrayal of Sameer, a hopeless romantic, earned him praise and several awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role.
2001: Dil Chahta Hai
In 2001, "Dil Chahta Hai" was released, marking a turning point in Saif Ali Khan's career.
2002: Appearance in Na Tum Jaano Na Hum
Saif Ali Khan appeared in the film "Na Tum Jaano Na Hum" in 2002.
2003: Appearance in Darna Mana Hai
In 2003, Saif Ali Khan played a photographer in the anthology thriller "Darna Mana Hai."
2003: Rediff's "Top Bollywood Male Stars"
In 2003, Saif Ali Khan secured the fourth position on Rediff's list of "Top Bollywood Male Stars".
2003: Kal Ho Naa Ho
Saif Ali Khan appeared in "Kal Ho Naa Ho" in 2003.
2003: Awards for Kal Ho Naa Ho
Saif Ali Khan received two Filmfare Awards in 2003: Best Supporting Actor and "Moto Look of the Year" for his role in Kal Ho Naa Ho.
2003: Kal Ho Naa Ho: A Career Landmark
Saif Ali Khan's performance in the 2003 hit film "Kal Ho Naa Ho" marked a significant point in his career. The film was a major commercial success and earned him critical acclaim, including his first Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor.
2004: Hum Tum and LOC Kargil
In 2004, Saif Ali Khan was cast in the romantic comedy "Hum Tum" following the success of "Kal Ho Naa Ho." He also appeared in the film "LOC Kargil."
2004: Hum Tum Success and National Award
The 2004 romantic comedy "Hum Tum" was a major commercial success and marked Saif Ali Khan's first leading role triumph. He received the National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance, amidst some controversy. He also began dating model Rosa Catalano.
2004: Best Performance in a Comic Role for Hum Tum
In 2004, Saif Ali Khan won the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role for his work in Hum Tum.
2004: Hum Tum
In 2004, "Hum Tum" was released, further solidifying Saif Ali Khan's presence in romantic comedies.
2004: Ek Hasina Thi: Breaking the Stereotype
In 2004, Saif Ali Khan starred in the thriller "Ek Hasina Thi," portraying a character described as a blend of Charles Sobhraj and James Bond. His performance was lauded for breaking away from his established "cool dude" image.
2004: Temptations 2004 Concert Tour
In 2004, Saif Ali Khan participated in his first concert tour, "Temptations 2004," which became a significant international Bollywood concert.
2004: Ek Hasina Thi Release
"Ek Hasina Thi" was released in 2004, showcasing Saif Ali Khan's versatility.
February 2005: HELP! Telethon Concert
In February 2005, Saif Ali Khan participated in the "HELP! Telethon Concert" to raise funds for victims of the 2004 tsunami.
December 2005: Performance with Parikrama
In December 2005, Khan performed alongside the band Parikrama in New Delhi.
2005: Ranked Second on Rediff's List
In 2005, Saif Ali Khan achieved the second position on Rediff's list of "Top Bollywood Male Stars".
2005: Parineeta and Salaam Namaste
In 2005, Saif Ali Khan solidified his position as a leading actor with roles in "Parineeta," a romantic drama adapted from a 1914 Bengali novella, and "Salaam Namaste," a comedy-drama filmed entirely in Australia. Both films were successful, demonstrating his versatility and range.
2005: Parineeta Release
Saif Ali Khan starred in "Parineeta" in 2005.
2005: Salaam Namaste
Saif Ali Khan starred in "Salaam Namaste" in 2005.
2006: Being Cyrus and Omkara Release
In 2006, "Being Cyrus" and "Omkara" were released, both featuring Saif Ali Khan in distinct roles.
2006: Heat 2006 World Tour and Commonwealth Games
In 2006, Saif Ali Khan participated in the "Heat 2006" world tour and performed at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games.
2006: Being Cyrus and Omkara
In 2006, Saif Ali Khan starred in the English language film "Being Cyrus" and the Indian adaptation of "Othello," titled "Omkara." He received critical acclaim for both performances, especially for his portrayal of Iago in "Omkara."
2006: Best Performance in a Negative Role for Omkara
In 2006, Saif Ali Khan was awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role for his portrayal in Omkara.
2006: Ranked Sixth on Rediff's List
In 2006, Saif Ali Khan was ranked sixth on Rediff's list of "Top Bollywood Male Stars".
2007: Charity Cricket Match
Saif Ali Khan took part in a charity cricket match organized by IIFA in 2007.
2007: Health Scare
Saif Ali Khan experienced a health scare in 2007.
2007: Relationship with Kareena Kapoor and Rediff Ranking
In 2007, Saif Ali Khan's relationship with Kareena Kapoor gained significant media attention, and he was ranked seventh on Rediff's list of "Top Bollywood Male Stars".
2007: Eklavya, Ta Ra Rum Pum, and Film Production
In 2007, Saif Ali Khan ventured into film production with Illuminati Films. He also starred in "Eklavya: The Royal Guard," which was India's official entry to the Oscars, and "Ta Ra Rum Pum," a family drama with Rani Mukerji.
November 2008: Concert for Bihar Flood Victims
In November 2008, Saif Ali Khan performed in a concert to raise money for the victims of the 2008 Bihar flood.
2008: Eastern Eye's "World's Sexiest Asian Men"
In 2008, Saif Ali Khan was featured in the UK magazine Eastern Eye's "World's Sexiest Asian Men" list.
2008: Race and Yash Raj Films Projects
Saif Ali Khan starred in the successful thriller "Race" in 2008. He also appeared in three Yash Raj Films productions: "Tashan," "Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic," and "Roadside Romeo."
2008: Race Sequel
The 2013 film "Race 2" is a sequel to the 2008 film "Race".
2009: Love Aaj Kal
"Love Aaj Kal" was released in 2009 with Saif Ali Khan in a leading role.
2009: Love Aaj Kal and Sanam Teri Kasam
Saif Ali Khan appeared in "Sanam Teri Kasam" and starred in his own production company's first project, "Love Aaj Kal," in 2009. The latter was a major success, earning him a Best Actor nomination.
2010: Top 80 Iconic Performances
In 2010, Saif Ali Khan's performance in "Omkara" was included in Filmfare's "Top 80 Iconic Performances" list.
2010: GQ Recognition and Times of India Listing
In 2010, Saif Ali Khan was featured as one of the best-dressed male celebrities in GQ magazine and appeared in The Times of India's "Most Desirable Men" listing.
March 2011: Ranked Fifth on Rediff's "Top 10 Actors of 2000-2010"
In March 2011, Saif Ali Khan was ranked fifth on Rediff's list of "Top 10 Actors of 2000-2010".
October 2011: Managing Eye Hospital
Since October 2011, Khan started managing his father's eye hospital.
2011: Aarakshan and Agent Vinod
Saif Ali Khan starred in the controversial drama "Aarakshan" and produced and starred in the action thriller "Agent Vinod" in 2011.
October 2012: Marriage to Kareena Kapoor
Saif Ali Khan married actress Kareena Kapoor in October 2012. They had two sons, Taimur (born 2016) and Jay (born 2021).
2012: Forbes India's "Celebrity 100"
From 2012 to 2019, Saif Ali Khan was featured on Forbes India's "Celebrity 100" list. In 2012, he peaked at the fifteenth position with an estimated annual earning of ₹642 million.
2012: Cocktail
In 2012, "Cocktail" was released, featuring Saif Ali Khan.
September 2013: Charity Dinner and Bullett Raja Filming
In September 2013, Saif Ali Khan attended a charity dinner for the Venu Eye Institute and spent time with underprivileged children during the filming of "Bullett Raja."
2013: Race 2, Go Goa Gone, and Bullett Raja
Saif Ali Khan starred in "Race 2," "Go Goa Gone" (India's first zombie-comedy), and "Bullett Raja" in 2013.
October 2014: Olympic Gold Quest Ambassador
In October 2014, Saif Ali Khan became an ambassador for Olympic Gold Quest and made a donation to support athlete training.
2014: Forbes and GQ Recognition
In 2014, Saif Ali Khan earned the fifteenth position on Forbes India's "Celebrity 100" and was recognized as one of the best-dressed male celebrities by GQ magazine.
2014: Chef (Adaptation)
Saif Ali Khan's 2017 film Chef is an official adaptation of the 2014 film of the same name.
2014: Humshakals and Happy Ending
In 2014, Saif Ali Khan starred in two films: Humshakals, a comedy directed by Sajid Khan, and Happy Ending, a romantic comedy directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. While he took on diverse roles in Humshakals to broaden his appeal, the film was poorly received. Happy Ending, where he played a struggling writer, fared better critically but underperformed commercially.
2015: Final Appearance in Times of India's "Most Desirable Men"
2015 marked Saif Ali Khan's final appearance in The Times of India's "Most Desirable Men" listing.
2015: Phantom
Saif Ali Khan starred in Phantom, a counter-terrorism drama directed by Kabir Khan, in 2015. He played Captain Daniyal Khan, a former soldier. The film, based on the book Mumbai Avengers, faced controversy and a ban in Pakistan for its portrayal of the country. While Khan's performance was praised, the film underperformed at the box office.
December 2016: Birth of Taimur Ali Khan
In December 2016, Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan welcomed their first son, Taimur Ali Khan.
2016: Birth of Taimur
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's first son, Taimur, was born in 2016.
2017: Chef
Also in 2017, Saif Ali Khan starred in Chef, an adaptation of the 2014 film of the same name. He played Roshan Kalra, a flawed man trying to mend his life, and trained at JW Marriott Hotels in preparation. Many considered this his best performance yet, despite the film's underperformance at the box office.
2017: Rangoon
In 2017, Saif Ali Khan starred in Rangoon, a World War II-era epic romance directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. He portrayed filmmaker Rustom "Rusi" Billimoria, drawing inspiration from his grandfather and Darth Vader. Despite the film's length and indulgence, Khan's performance as the arrogant aristocrat was praised.
2018: Kaalakaandi, Sacred Games, and Baazaar
In 2018, Saif Ali Khan appeared in Kaalakaandi and starred in the Netflix series Sacred Games as Inspector Sartaj Singh and in Baazaar as businessman Skakun Kothari. Sacred Games marked his entry into digital streaming and garnered critical acclaim. Baazaar, where he played an antagonist, received mixed reviews and underperformed financially.
2019: End of Forbes India's "Celebrity 100" Feature
In 2019, Saif Ali Khan's consecutive appearances in Forbes India's "Celebrity 100" concluded.
2019: Laal Kaptaan
Saif Ali Khan took on the challenging role of a sadhu seeking revenge in the 2019 action-drama Laal Kaptaan. The film, which required extensive physical preparation and dialect training, showcased his commitment to diverse roles despite its box office failure.
2020: Tanhaji and Jawaani Jaaneman
Saif Ali Khan started 2020 with Tanhaji, a historical drama where he played the antagonist Udaybhan Singh Rathore. His performance was critically acclaimed and commercially successful, earning him a Filmfare Award. He also starred in and produced Jawaani Jaaneman, a well-received comedy-drama, under his new company, Black Knight Films.
2020: Best Supporting Actor for Tanhaji
Saif Ali Khan won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Tanhaji in 2020.
2021: Tandav Release and Other Projects
In 2021, Saif Ali Khan appeared in the series "Tandav," which faced controversy and led to edits and an apology. He also starred in "Bunty Aur Babli 2" and "Bhoot Police."
2021: Birth of Jay
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's second son, Jay, was born in 2021.
2022: Vikram Vedha Remake
In 2022, Saif Ali Khan starred in the action film "Vikram Vedha," a remake of the Tamil film, receiving positive reviews for his portrayal of a tough cop.
2023: Adipurush and Devara: Part 1
Saif Ali Khan started 2023 with the mythological film "Adipurush," which faced negative reception and underperformed. His Telugu film "Devara: Part 1" followed, becoming his highest-grossing film despite mixed reviews.