Saif Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan

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Date of Birth
Aug 16, 1970
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Place of Birth
Mumbai, India
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Age
56 Years
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Height
1.7 m
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Nationality
India
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Known For
Indian Cinema
Actor Producer

Career Stats

Total Movies 25+
Debut Year N/A
Awards Won Coming Soon
Box Office ₹2,953 Cr
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Box Office Summary

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₹428 Cr
Devara - Part 1
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0
1000+ Cr Movies
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0
500+ Cr Movies
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3
200+ Cr Movies
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9
100+ Cr Movies
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Top 10 Net Collection

Devara - Part 1
Collection: ₹292.47 Cr
Adipurush
Collection: ₹288.15 Cr
Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior
Collection: ₹279.59 Cr
Race 2
Collection: ₹101.45 Cr
Vikram Vedha
Collection: ₹78.90 Cr
Cocktail
Collection: ₹71.24 Cr
Love Aaj Kal
Collection: ₹66.25 Cr
Humshakals
Collection: ₹63.57 Cr
Race
Collection: ₹60.64 Cr
Phantom
Collection: ₹54.24 Cr
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Recent Movies

Devara - Part 1
Devara - Part 1
Sep 2024
Adipurush
Adipurush
Jun 2023
Vikram Vedha
Vikram Vedha
Sep 2022
Bunty Aur Babli 2
Bunty Aur Babli 2
Nov 2021
Bhoot Police
Bhoot Police
Sep 2021
Dil Bechara
Dil Bechara
Jul 2020
Jawaani Jaaneman
Jawaani Jaaneman
Jan 2020
Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior
Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior
Jan 2020
Laal Kaptaan
Laal Kaptaan
Oct 2019
Baazaar
Baazaar
Oct 2018

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The Chaos of Three: 5 Twisted Bollywood Rom-Coms To Watch Before Cocktail 2

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Mumbai, May 25 - Most movie love stories are simple. Boy meets girl, they fall in love, and they live happily ever after. Bollywood romantic comedies usually follow this sweet rule. But sometimes, a twist arrives, and that's where things get messed up, bringing heartbreak and pain of not getting the love character wanted. Maddock Films' upcoming romantic comedy Cocktail 2 is one of the most-anticipated films. Starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, it is reportedly a twisted love story unlike the first film, where two girls fought over one guy. The movie is scheduled to release on June 19 amid growing anticipation. Here are five twisted love triangle stories to watch before Cocktail 2. 1. Bareilly Ki Barfi: A Web of False Identities (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Where to Watch - ZEE5, Prime Video Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Kriti Sanon, and Rajkumar Rao, the movie shows what happens when a small lie grows too big to control. A free-spirited girl named Bitti falls in love with a book. She wants to find the author because she thinks he understands her perfectly. The man who actually wrote the book is Chirag. He is too scared to admit it, so he makes his shy friend, Pritam, pretend to be the author. Bitti falls for the fake author, Chirag gets jealous of his own creation, and Pritam gets caught in the middle. It is a funny game of musical chairs where everyone is lying. 2. Tanu Weds Manu Returns: Loving a Ghost from the Past (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Where to Watch - Apple TV+ What happens when you fall out of love with your wife, only to fall in love with someone who looks exactly like her? This sequel follows Manu (R. Madhavan), whose marriage to the fiery Tanu (Kangana Ranaut) has completely fallen apart. While planning a divorce, Manu meets Datto, a young sports student who is a carbon copy of his wife. He decides to marry Datto to start over. However, the original Tanu returns right before the wedding to claim her husband back, creating a hilarious and chaotic showdown between the past and the present. 3. Dostana: The Fake Relationship Trap (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Where to Watch - Netflix, Prime Video Two straight men living in Miami find the ultimate dream apartment, but there is a major catch - the landlady only wants female or gay roommates to protect her niece, Neha (Priyanka Chopra). Desperate for a place to live, Sam (Abhishek Bachchan) and Kunal (John Abraham) pretend to be a gay couple. The plan backfires completely when both men fall deeply in love with Neha. They are forced to actively maintain their fake relationship while secretly sabotaging each other's attempts to win Neha’s heart, creating a hilarious cycle of lies and jealousy. 4. Hasee Toh Phasee: Swapping Sisters Before the Wedding (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Where to Watch - Netflix, Prime Video Nikhil (Siddharth Anand) is a struggling businessman who is just days away from marrying his demanding fiancée, Karishma (Adah Sharma). Everything changes when Karishma's eccentric, genius sister, Meeta (Parineeti Chopra), suddenly bursts back into the family home after years of being estranged. Nikhil is tasked with keeping an eye on Meeta to keep her out of trouble. Instead, as he spends time with her, he finds himself falling for her quirky charm. He faces the ultimate awkward dilemma of realising he is marrying the wrong sister right as the wedding countdown begins. 5. Cocktail: When Friendship and Love Collide (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Where to Watch - ZEE5 This movie looks at how a love triangle can ruin a perfect friendship. Veronica (Deepika Padukone) is a rich, wild party girl who takes in a shy, traditional girl named Meera (Diana Penty). They become best friends and share a beautiful apartment. Enter Gautam (Saif Ali Khan), a charming playboy who starts dating Veronica. The three live together like a happy family until Gautam realises he actually has deeper feelings for Meera. The movie tracks the painful choices they have to make when love threatens to tear best friends apart.

New OTT Releases This Week (May 11 – May 17, 2026): From Dhurandhar 2, Project Hail Mary to Kartavya – Most Anticipated Movies and Series to Watch OTT
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New OTT Releases This Week (May 11 – May 17, 2026): From Dhurandhar 2, Project Hail Mary to Kartavya – Most Anticipated Movies and Series to Watch

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The Crash Cast & Crew Gareth JohnsonDirector The Crash Trailer May 13, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil Dark Comedy Netflix Language:Malayalam Running Time:2h 15m IMDB Rating:6.7/10 View Box Office Collection → Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil Sethu, a timid health center worker caring for his troubled brother, finds his quiet life disrupted when a stranger enters his home. What follows pulls him into a web of secrets, suspicion, and escalating tension. 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Betrayed by the very system he serves, a suspended Avinash must fight a deadly weapons cartel led by the ruthless Devi and Sheikh while struggling to clear his name and protect his family from systemic corruption. Inspector Avinash Season 2 Cast and Crew Randeep HoodaActor Urvashi RautelaActor Amit SialActor Abhimanyu SinghDirector Neerraj PathakDirector Inspector Avinash Season 2 Trailer (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   May 15, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Berlin And The Lady With An Ermine Crime, Thrillert Netflix Series:Berlin And The Lady With An Ermine Language:English No Of Episodes:8 Set in Seville, this high-stakes Money Heist spin-off follows Berlin and his gang as they plot to steal Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting, Lady with an Ermine. While the heist is a masterpiece of planning and illusion, it serves as a sophisticated front for Berlin’s true goal: a personal revenge mission against the Duke of Málaga. The series blends grand-scale robbery with intense romantic tension and betrayal across eight episodes. Berlin And The Lady With An Ermine Cast and Crew Pedro AlonsoActor Michelle JennerActor Tristán UlloaActor Albert PintóDirector DavidBarrocalActor Berlin And The Lady With An Ermine Trailer May 13, 2026 Snapshot Cast & Crew Videos Good Omens' Season 3 Comedy, Drama Netflix Series:Good Omens' Season 3 Language:English No Of Episodes:1 The final 90-minute special, arriving on Prime Video this month, concludes the saga as Aziraphale and Crowley must bridge their Season 2 divide to face the ultimate threat: the Second Coming. While Aziraphale attempts to navigate his new role as Supreme Archangel in Heaven, a rogue Crowley remains on Earth, eventually forcing the pair to reunite one last time to prevent a heaven-sanctioned apocalypse and save humanity. Good Omens' Season 3 Cast and Crew David TennantActor Michael SheenActor Derek JacobiActor BilalHasnaActor Rachel TalalayDirector Good Omens' Season 3 Trailer Upcoming OTT releases May 11 to May 15 MOVIE / SERIES NAME LANGUAGE RELEASE DATE PLATFORM The Punisher: One Last Kill English May 12 JioHotstar The WONDERfools Korean, English May 15 Netflix It's not like that English May 15 PrimeVideo (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Frequently Asked Questions: OTT Releases (May 11 – May 15, 2026) What are the biggest movies and shows releasing on OTT this week? The third week of May brings a heavy lineup of blockbuster sequels and massive digital premieres. The most anticipated titles include the digital debut of the box office hit Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge on JioHotstar, Ryan Gosling’s sci-fi epic Project Hail Mary on Prime Video, and the return of Randeep Hooda in Inspector Avinash Season 2. Additionally, fans of Marvel can look forward to The Punisher: One Last Kill on JioHotstar. When and where can I watch Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge? After its record-breaking run in theaters, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is scheduled to start streaming on JioHotstar on May 15, 2026. The film continues the high-stakes action saga and will be available to all subscribers of the platform starting this Friday. Which major Sci-Fi and Fantasy titles are arriving this week? Genre fans have two massive releases to look forward to. First, Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller, arrives on Amazon Prime Video (Store/Rent) on May 12. This is followed by the highly anticipated premiere of Good Omens Season 3 on Amazon Prime Video on May 13, which continues the quirky celestial journey of Aziraphale and Crowley. What are the key Hindi originals releasing on May 15? May 15 is a packed day for Hindi content. JioHotstar will premiere Inspector Avinash Season 2 and Dhurandhar 2. Meanwhile, Netflix is releasing the investigative thriller Kartavya. For those looking for a romantic drama, Its not like that will also debut on Amazon Prime Video on the same day. What international content is trending on Netflix this weekend? Netflix has a diverse international slate arriving on May 15. A major highlight is Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine, starring Pedro Alonso. Other notable releases include the Korean series The WONDERfools, the documentary-style series The Crash, and the investigative drama Exam. Earlier in the week, on May 12, the platform will also release the series Marty, Life Is Short. Is there any new superhero or action-heavy content? Yes, The Punisher: One Last Kill is set to premiere on JioHotstar on May 12, 2026. This project is expected to be a gritty conclusion to the character's recent arc, providing plenty of high-impact action for fans of the franchise. What should I watch for a mix of thriller and social messages? For viewers who enjoy thrillers with a core message, Kartavya on Netflix (May 15) is a top choice. Additionally, The Crash, also arriving on Netflix on May 15, offers a deep dive into complex events, making it a great pick for weekend binge-watching. How can I watch Project Hail Mary in India? Project Hail Mary will be available as a digital premiere on Amazon Prime Video starting May 12, 2026. 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Nandamuri Balakrishna's Film With Koratala Siva Is titled Carpenter Tollywood
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Nandamuri Balakrishna's Film With Koratala Siva Is titled Carpenter

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Hyderabad, May 9 - Telugu veteran Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Koratala Siva are teaming up for the first time for a big Pan India action drama film, and the makers are busy finalising the rest of the cast and crew. According to the report by Gulte, the makers are considering locking the Carpenter title for this film. It is said that the production house Yuvasudha Arts has registered the title of the same name, which hints but confirms that this is going to be the official title. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Meanwhile, Anirudh Ravichander has reportedly been locked to compose music for Carpenter. This marks his maiden collaboration with Nandamuri Balakrishna. The Pooja Ceremony of the film is expected to take place on May 21, with the regular shoot kicking off in July this year. Koratala Siva's last directorial was Devara Part 1 (2024), starring superstar Jr. NTR along with Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor. The film emerged as a box office hit with a worldwide collection of around 430 crores gross. The second part of Devara is already confirmed, and it will kick off once Siva and NTR complete their current assignments. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Balakrishna, on the other hand, was last seen in Akhanda 2: Thaandavam in December last year. The actor's immediate next is with director Gopichand Mallineni. Tentatively called NBK111, the movie is currently in production and is expected to release on Sankranthi next year.

From Bhool Bhulaiyaa To Roohi: Five Bollywood Horror Comedies to Watch Before Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla Bollywood
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From Bhool Bhulaiyaa To Roohi: Five Bollywood Horror Comedies to Watch Before Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla

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Mumbai, April 9 - After years, Akshay Kumar is set to return to the horror-comedy space with director Priyadarshan's Bhooth Bangla. This genre once gave the actor one of his most iconic roles in Bhool Bhulaiyaa. Bhooth Bangla is already generating strong buzz, largely because it promises a blend of nostalgia and a fresh take on the genre. Akshay Kumar's strength has always been his effortless comic timing, especially in films that balance humour with tension. With Bhooth Bangla, fans are hoping to see him revisit that space—something reminiscent of his performance as the eccentric yet sharp psychiatrist in Bhool Bhulaiyaa, but with a new twist. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Bollywood has experimented with spooky humour over the years, delivering films that blend scares with laughter in unique ways. Before stepping into Akshay's upcoming entertainer, scheduled for April 17 release, here are five original (first film) horror comedies that perfectly set the mood. 1. Bhool Bhulaiyaa – The Cult Classic (2007) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhool Bhulaiyaa remains one of Bollywood's finest horror comedies. With Akshay Kumar delivering an iconic performance as the eccentric Dr Aditya, the film smartly balances psychological horror with humour. Its gripping narrative, memorable music, and twist-filled climax make it a must-watch before Bhooth Bangla. 2. Stree – Horror With a Message (2018) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, Stree redefined the genre in modern Bollywood. Set in a small town haunted by a mysterious spirit, the film cleverly mixes folklore with social commentary. Its sharp writing and perfectly timed humour make it one of the most loved horror comedies in recent years. 3. Phone Bhoot – A Quirky, Gen-Z Spin (2022) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Starring Katrina Kaif alongside Ishaan Khatter and Siddhant Chaturvedi, Phone Bhoot brings a fresh, meta take on horror comedy. Packed with pop-culture references and self-aware humour, the film leans more toward laughs while still embracing its supernatural core. 4. Bhoot Police – Ghost Hunting Meets Comedy (2021) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) With Saif Ali Khan and Arjun Kapoor playing ghost hunters, Bhoot Police offers a fun, adventurous take on the genre. The film blends supernatural elements with a buddy-comedy dynamic, making it an easy and entertaining watch for fans of light-hearted horror. 5. Roohi – A Supernatural Love Triangle (2021) (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Led by Janhvi Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, and Varun Sharma, Roohi explores a unique concept involving a bride possessed by a spirit. While rooted in horror, the film leans heavily into comedy, delivering several laugh-out-loud moments alongside its eerie premise. It was originally part of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, but the makers later dropped it from MHCU. From the psychological brilliance of Bhool Bhulaiyaa to the quirky chaos of Phone Bhoot, these films showcase the versatility of Bollywood's horror-comedy genre. Each offers a distinct flavour, be it satire, folklore, or pure slapstick, making them the perfect watchlist before Bhooth Bangla hits the screens.