Mansoor Ali Khan’s biopic has been creating a lot of buzz lately. While Sharmila Tagore feels it would be a great idea to cast Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in the film, Saif has his own apprehensions. Talking about the same, Saif said, “I would love to (make a biopic). He is a huge icon in my mind. He was a stylish person - with his body language, the way he spoke, his attitude, and even the way he smoked his cigarettes. You can’t come close (to him). It’s like making a film on Bruce Lee. Who is going to copy his body language? That is my main concern. Amma (Sharmila Tagore) feels Ranbir can. Yes, he has a long face like my father but I don’t think he likes cricket. However, it will be great (to see a film on him). It will be a great story about bringing India together."
Talking about the reason behind these apprehensions, Saif further added, “I think it’s because of my personal affection towards him, and also not wanting to make a bad film ever. Tab toh lag jayenge (it will get a lot of criticism). Who is making such mind-blowing films nowadays? You need somebody who really understands such stuff. It needs to be done at some point."
Saif was even questioned if he ever considered portraying his father’s role in the biopic. To this, he said, “I don’t know, maybe. I am 46 and all his drama happened when he was in his 20s. So, there can be two actors (for the two phases). It’s actually very interesting but I am scared of making a bad film."
Well, it sure would be very interesting to watch Saif portray his father on screen. Who do you think will fit the role best?