It’s Not Such A Big Deal: Saif Ali Khan (Interview)

Much as he would’ve liked to get together with all his friends in the industry, SAIF ALI KHAN has had to cancel his 38th birthday party. Says Saif, “There was no one in town!

All my friends from the industry were not here. In fact I had spoken to Shah Rukh and he had promised to fly back to Mumbai for my birthday. So sweet of him.”

But it was just Kareena and close friends at Saif’s birthday dinner on Friday evening. “My Mom and Dad are not flying over from Delhi. My birthday is not such a big deal for me. I was happy to spend it with Kareena, my kids and a few close friends.”

Things couldn’t be better for Saif as he completes 38 years. “It’s been an eventful and fulfiling year. I found love in Kareena. Professionally it was a quiet year. There was Race. But then there were two films that didn’t do well. I want to put together some good projects and work hard. Since my personal life is stable I’ve no excuse to not give my job my best shot.”

This was also the year when Saif turned producer. “I’m actually a creative producer. My partner Dinesh Vijen takes care of the nitty-gritty. I’m there as an actor. For my first production I let my director Imtiaz Ali do exactly what he wants.”

At 38, Saif understands himself better. “I’ve discovered there are many things I like about myself, and some that I don’t. I’m 38 now. Do I feel wise? Sometimes I do. At other times I’m still as impulsive as I used to be. I thought that when I grew older I’d outgrow certain music bands and that I’d stop enjoying rock.”

Saif is also heavily into fitness. “I think if you’re health conscious, physically fit and look after yourself 38 is a great age to be. Today I’m more aware of myself. I’ve quit smoking completely. This is the healthiest time of my life.”

SOURCE: Timesofindia