ce the beginning of 2025, Saif Ali Khan has been in the spotlight, particularly following an unfortunate incident at his Bandra residence. Fans and well-wishers have expressed relief to see him recovering and getting back on his feet. On April 25, 2025, Saif’s latest OTT film, Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins, premiered on Netflix. The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Jaideep Ahlawat, Kunal Kapoor, and Nikita Dutta. As part of the promotional activities for the movie, Saif recently shared insights with India Today about his approach to acting across different platforms.
In his discussion, Saif emphasized the importance of respecting every medium, stating, “I never differentiate between platforms. Having that mindset has helped me evolve as an actor.” He recounted how some individuals questioned if he was pivoting to television, to which he responded positively about the medium. “There is nothing against TV; it’s a great medium. But I don’t think the Netflix series is like TV at all; there are differences.”He further elaborated, “Being in front of the camera is a privilege.
The older I get, the more I understand that. You have to strive to be great and respect the platform you are on.” Saif underscored the wealth of incredible content available today, remarking, “I don’t differentiate between a big movie or a small movie anymore; it’s just an opportunity to give it your all, and that demands 100 percent commitment.”Previously, Saif experienced significant success with his OTT series Sacred Games, which garnered immense popularity. While Jewel Thief has received mixed reactions, Saif’s performance has been praised, although the overall responses to the film have been lukewarm.
