Sooraj Barjatya reveals Saif Ali Khan’s anxiety and pressure on the sets of Hum Saath Saath Hain; says, “I told Amrita just give him some medicine and make him sleep”

Sooraj Barjatya reveals Saif Ali Khan's pre-Dil Chahta Hai nervousness on the sets of Hum Saath Saath Hain.

May 15, 2023 - 3:58 PM IST

Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya has made several iconic films including Hum Saath Saath Hain, Hum Aapke Hain Koun…! Among others. Barjatya revealed that Saif would often feel nervous during the shoot, particularly since this was before his breakthrough in Dil Chahta Hai.

Sooraj Barjatya reveals Saif Ali Khan’s anxiety and pressure on the sets of Hum Saath Saath Hain; says, “I told Amrita just give him some medicine and make him sleep”

Barjatya revealed that Saif had pressurized himself as he was working alongside big actors. He said, “Saif would be very nervous during Hum Saath Saath Hain shoot. This is the phase before Dil Chahta Hai. When films don’t work, actors are a little (shaken), so he would be nervous and had such a big part for the first time, that too opposite such big actors. He would keep himself under a lot of pressure. He would work too hard and mug all the lines, repeatedly,” Barjatya made the statement in the video that was posted on Rajshri Production's YouTube channel.

Recalling shooting for a song in Hum Hum Saath Saath Hain, Barjatya said, “Once, we were filming the song Suno Ji Dulhan, where Saif had to copy Alok ji, Mahesh Thakur. When the shoot started, he had to do 5-6 retakes. I thought Saif was a natural actor, he should get it right in one time, this was comedy too. I asked Amrita, his wife, that why is he not able to do it. She said, ‘He doesn’t sleep, keeps looking at the mirror and thinking that this is how he would do it.’ I told her just give him some medicine and make him sleep.”

He further added, “So she secretly gave him a medicine and he slept. Next day, he woke up and gave a one-take shot! I told him you are a natural actor, sleep well and you would be able to do it! He benefited with Hum Saath Saath Hain and then of course, Dil Chahta Hai happened and then Saif became Saif.”

Meanwhile, currently Saif Ali Khan is all set to captivate audiences once again in his upcoming film, Adipurush, directed by Om Raut. This highly anticipated movie has generated immense excitement among fans. In Adipurush, Saif will portray the iconic character of Raavan, showcasing his acting prowess and versatility. Alongside Saif is Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, who will portray the roles of Lord Ram and Sita, respectively. The film brings together a stellar cast that promises to deliver a compelling and unforgettable cinematic experience. The film is slated to release in theatres on June 16.

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