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Saif Ali Khan recently shared his profound love for historical narratives and cultural storytelling during the WAVES Summit 2025. The actor candidly discussed his cinematic preferences, emphasizing his fascination with epic tales like the Mahabharata and war scenes that bring history to life. Speaking alongside Netflix's Ted Sarandos, Saif highlighted the importance of connecting creative talents across India and internationally. His passionate discourse underscored the immense potential of Indian entertainment on global platforms.

Key Points: Saif Ali Khan Reveals Cinematic Passions at WAVES Summit

  • Saif explores historical films and cultural narratives
  • Advocates for international entertainment connectivity
  • Highlights untapped Indian creative talent
  • Praises long-form streaming formats
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Saif Ali Khan reveals what kind of films he likes to watch the most

Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan discusses film preferences, cultural storytelling, and global entertainment opportunities at prestigious summit

"The Mahabharata is the greatest story ever told, it's one of our great epics - Saif Ali Khan"

Mumbai, May 3

Actor Saif Ali Khan has been engaging in impactful conversations about the potential of Indian cinema, cultural impact, and growing connectivity across global platforms during the ongoing WAVES Summit 2025.

Speaking with Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO of Netflix, Saif opened up about what kinds of films and content attract him the most.

The 'Jewel Thief' actor stated, “I like historical films. Maybe films about other cultures, maybe Japanese. I am also very excited to see our culture on the big screens. The Mahabharata is the greatest story ever told, it’s one of our great epics. I also like to watch massive war scenes, bringing life, history, and a past that is related to books. I would like to see that kind of atmosphere in movies. And I feel the long-form streaming format is just perfect for it.”

Saif also expressed how the WAVES Summit is a prominent space for broader opportunities that connect creators and collaborators to take entertainment to the next level.

“I think it’s a fantastic platform and a wonderful initiative by the Prime Minister, by the IB Ministry (Information and Broadcasting), FICCI, and everybody involved. And I am very excited - the thing is connectivity, to connect not only internationally, but even our country. To connect the dots between North and South, and if we connect together, we have so many wonderful stories to tell. We have the best stories in the world to tell. Our film industry is so popular internationally, and we have much love. And I would like to see it go to the next level, and this is a wonderful platform for that." he stated.

Claiming that there is a lot of untapped talent in India, he added, “It’s about collaborations and it’s also about giving opportunities inside our country because there is so much untapped talent and that’s the most exciting thing. I think this is a one-of-its-kind Summit, so we’re all very excited to see what happens."

- IANS

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Priya K.
Saif always speaks with such depth about cinema! ❤️ I completely agree about historical films - we have such rich epics that deserve grand adaptations. Imagine Mahabharata with today's VFX budget! Hope some OTT platform picks this up soon.
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Rahul D.
While I appreciate his vision, I wish he'd focus more on contemporary Indian stories too. Not everything needs to be historical or mythological. Our daily lives have so many untold stories that could connect globally.
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Ananya S.
His point about North-South collaboration is spot on! As someone from Chennai, I'd love to see more pan-India projects that blend our diverse storytelling traditions. Maybe a historical epic co-written by writers from different regions? 🤔
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Vikram J.
Interesting that he mentions Japanese films - shows how global his tastes are. But I hope our filmmakers don't just copy foreign styles. We should develop our own authentic voice while learning from others. Our culture is unique!
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Sneha M.
As a film student, his words about untapped talent really resonate. There are so many brilliant storytellers in small towns who never get opportunities. Hope this summit leads to concrete changes in how we discover new voices across India.
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Karan P.
Mixed feelings about this. While I love Saif's acting, sometimes his elite background shows in these interviews. Not everyone has access to international cinema or streaming platforms. Hope he also champions more accessible, affordable entertainment for all Indians.

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