What’s in a Name? Saif Ali Khan Responds to Taimur Controversy

The ‘Rangoon’ star has the perfect rejoinder.

Ever since Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor became parents to the adorable Taimur Ali Khan Pataudi, they’ve been surrounded by controversy regarding his name. But the nawab and his begum have remained cool and wise. In a recent NDTV Spotlight interview, the actor spoke up about how he really felt about the negativity.

I have known a few people called Taimur while I was growing up and there was no drama involved in their names. It was called iron, it’s a strong and beautiful sounding name. That was Timur and this is Taimur. It might sound similar because it has similar roots. Also, to judge the past by today’s lens is a little far out. A name doesn’t really mean anything. Asoka is a violent name then. There’s Alexander too.

Saif Ali Khan, Actor

One of Taimur’s most able generals was his son and his name was Shah Rukh. (Laughs) So if we start getting into what names are right or wrong, then we would be changing everyone’s names. Like Calcutta airport.

Saif Ali Khan, Actor

The funny dig just proves the witty genes Taimur is all set to possess.

Also Read: ‘Taimur’ Drama Was Unnecessary, Liberal Voices Prevail: Saif

(Source: DNA)