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Saif Ali Khan, while speaking at the Arab Media Summit, emphasized that true success for him is choosing family over ceaseless work commitments. Contrary to the common belief in relentless hustle, Khan values spending quality time with his loved ones as the essence of success. He described success as being able to prioritize family holidays and ensure he spends evenings with his kids before bedtime. Despite his busy acting schedule, which includes "Race 4" and projects with directors like Hansal Mehta, Saif prioritizes maintaining a healthy work-life balance centered around his family values.

Key Points: Saif Ali Khan on Balancing Family Over Fame Success

  • Saif Ali Khan shares personal view on success
  • Family prioritized over hectic work life
  • Balancing roles of actor, father, husband, son
  • Upcoming projects include "Race 4" and biopics
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Saif Ali Khan reveals what real success means to him

Saif Ali Khan reveals that true success is prioritizing family over constant work hustle.

Saif Ali Khan reveals what real success means to him
"Success is being able to say, ‘No, I need to go home now to catch that half hour with them. - Saif Ali Khan"

Mumbai, May 30

Saif Ali Khan dons many hats - an actor, a father, a husband, a brother and a son. But to give every role his best requires a perfect work-life balance.

Addressing the Arab Media Summit, Saif shared what according to him success really looks like.

Unlike others who believe in the idea of non-stop hustle, according to Saif, success lies in choosing family over frenzy.

For him, small things matter the most, such as reaching home before his children fall asleep, taking his family on holidays, and regularly talking to his mother and kids.

Sharing more, Saif said, “I hate coming home and seeing the kids already asleep. That’s not success. Success is being able to say, ‘No, I need to go home now to catch that half hour with them. We get four holidays a year, and when my kids are on break, I don’t work. That time is sacred.”

The 'Jewel Thief' actor shared that he is at the stage of his life where he has to check up on both his mom and his kids. “I’m at that crazy age where I have to call both my mom and my children. You think it’s just your parents you have to check on — then you realise it’s both." he added.

For Saif, showing up for your loved ones is what life is all about. He stated, “Working is important, yes. But so is cooking pasta together, having a meal, and focusing on the kids. That’s the real glue of life.”

Revealing his idea of success, Saif added, “Success and privilege, for me, is being able to say no to work and yes to time with my family.”

Work-wise, Saif has "Race 4", a biopic with Rahul Dholakia, a yet-to-be-titled project with Priyadarshan, and a social thriller with Hansal Mehta in his kitty.

- IANS

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Priya K.
So refreshing to hear a Bollywood star prioritize family over fame! In our Indian culture, family bonds are everything. Saif's words remind me of my grandfather's saying: "Paisa kamana zaroori hai, par rishton ki keemat samajhna zyada zaroori hai." 👏
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Rahul M.
Easy for him to say when he's already established! Most Indians can't afford to say no to work - we're struggling to make ends meet. But I appreciate the sentiment. Maybe corporate bosses should learn from this instead of glorifying overtime culture.
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Ananya S.
As a working mother, this really resonates with me! We need more men in India to think like this. Balance isn't just a woman's responsibility. Kudos to Saif for setting an example - even if it's easier for celebrities to achieve this balance than regular folks.
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Vikram J.
Interesting perspective but let's be real - most Indians can't take 4 holidays a year! Still, the core message is valuable. We should all try to find small moments for family, even if we can't take long vacations. Maybe start with regular family dinners?
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Sunita P.
Love how he mentions checking on both parents AND kids - that's the Indian sandwich generation reality! My husband and I are in the same boat. It's tough but Saif is right - these connections are what make life meaningful. ❤️
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Karan D.
Respect for speaking this truth in a world that glorifies hustle culture. Though I wonder - would he say the same if he wasn't already a successful star? Early in his career, he probably worked crazy hours like everyone else trying to make it in Bollywood.

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