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Ibrahim Ali Khan Says Comparisons to Saif Set His Bar as He Eyes Next Film Diler

He frames scrutiny after two coolly received debuts as motivation to match his father's steady growth.

Overview

  • In a new Esquire India interview reported Oct. 28–29, Ibrahim Ali Khan says being told he is like Saif Ali Khan has become a standard he strives to meet.
  • He calls Saif an amazing actor and notes his father needed several films to find his footing before becoming a versatile performer.
  • Ibrahim’s first releases, Nadaaniyan on Netflix in March and Sarzameen four months later, drew negative to lukewarm reactions from critics and on social media.
  • He is attached to the sports drama Diler, directed by Kunal Deshmukh and co-starring Sreeleela.
  • The film is reportedly about a marathon runner with no release date announced and an expected 2026 timeline that remains unconfirmed.