The Great Indian Kapil Show 2: Saif Ali Khan reveals why he didn’t become a cricketer like his father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi; says, “I got my mom’s acting gens”

In the latest episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show 2, the charming Saif Ali Khan opened up about his decision not to pursue a career in cricket, despite being the son of legendary cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi.


During the conversation, Saif shared his personal reasons, revealing, “I got my mom Sharmila ji’s acting genes.” He admitted that while he admired his father's cricket legacy, it was his mother, Sharmila Tagore, and her influence in the world of cinema that guided him toward acting. The revelation came during a fun and lighthearted chat with host Kapil Sharma, where Saif reflected on his family’s rich legacy in both cricket and Bollywood.


He acknowledged that although he respected the sport and loved watching it, he always felt more inclined toward performing arts, thanks to his mother’s impact. This candid conversation provided fans with a glimpse into Saif’s thought process when deciding his career path. The episode also featured co-stars Janhvi Kapoor and Jr. NTR, who are starring with Saif in their upcoming film DEVARA.




Together, the trio shared behind-the-scenes stories and humorous The episode was also filled with lighthearted moments, as Janhvi Kapoor and Jr. NTR joined in on the fun, engaging in witty North-South debates and participating in Kapil Sharma’s signature humor. The guests also shared behind-the-scenes insights from their upcoming film, DEVARA, making the episode both entertaining and insightful. With its perfect blend of humour, personal revelations, and entertaining stories, this episode left fans eagerly anticipating more from The Great Indian Kapil Show 2.