What Makes Saif Ali Khan ‘Hate’ Coming Home? His Honest Answer Might Surprise You — And You’ll Probably Agree!
Saif Ali Khan is known not just for his acting but also for how he manages his personal life. He’s a father, husband, son, and professional — and he tries to balance everything with calm and care.
Recently, Saif opened up about what true success means to him, and he shared something many parents can relate to: he hates coming home to find his kids already asleep.
“That’s not success to me,” Saif says
Speaking at the Arab Media Summit, Saif explained that, unlike the fast-paced world of showbiz where success often means working non-stop, his definition of success is very different. For him, real success is being there for your family.
“I hate coming home and seeing the kids already asleep. That’s not success,” Saif said honestly.
“Success is being able to say, ‘No, I need to go home now to catch that half hour with them.’”
He added that he takes four holidays a year, and when his kids are on school break, he doesn’t work at all. That time, he says, is too precious to miss.
Juggling Two Roles: Parent and Child
Saif also shared that he’s at a stage in life where he’s taking care of both his children and his mother. He said people usually think they only have to care for their parents as they get older, but eventually, you realize that your children need you just as much.
It’s the Little Moments That Matter
For Saif, being there doesn’t just mean being around. It means being truly present—for the small, everyday things that might not seem big but actually hold life together.
He believes real success is in things like:
- Cooking pasta together
- Eating meals as a family
- Saying no to work when your family needs you
A Simple Yet Powerful View on Life
Saif’s outlook is grounded and realistic. While he agrees that work is important, he says real joy comes from family time — not red carpets or awards.
“For me,” Saif said,
“Success and privilege mean being able to say no to work and yes to time with my family.”
In the end, Saif’s message is clear:
It’s not about how many films you do or how busy your schedule is. It’s about whether you’re present for the people who matter most — especially when they need you the most.
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