EP-360 | Free Speech, Cinema, 8-Hour Shift Debate, Royal Heritage & Family: Soha Ali Khan Speaks Out

EP-360 | Free Speech, Cinema, 8-Hour Shift Debate, Royal Heritage & Family: Soha Ali Khan Speaks Out

Author: Asian News International (ANI) November 6, 2025 Duration: 1:02:46

Soha Ali Khan is an actor, author, podcaster, and one of the most articulate voices from the Pataudi family. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Soha opens up about fame, family, and finding her own identity away from the shadow of her legendary parents, Sharmila Tagore and Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi.


She talks about Rang De Basanti, why she chose to step away from films, and what shaped her journey. Soha also reflects on her brother Saif Ali Khan’s career and what it was like growing up in a household where wit, grace, and legacy coexisted.


In a candid conversation, she shares her thoughts on the fear of self-censorship in cinema and the debate around 8-hour workdays for actors. Soha also opens up about motherhood, privilege, and protecting her daughter’s privacy in a world obsessed with celebrity culture.


00:00 – Introduction

02:01 – Family Traits Soha Inherited

03:14 – Sharmila Tagore on Doing OTT Series

07:57 – Did Saif Want to Be a Cricketer?

11:44 – How Soha Got Her Role in Rang De Basanti

15:12 – Facing Backlash as Filmmakers

25:10 – Soha on Saif’s Career

30:07 – Motherhood and Work

33:48 – Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi as a Father

37:30 – Soha on Being a Podcaster

41:48 – Sharmila Tagore as a Grandmother

42:52 – How Soha Met Kunal

45:23 – The Weight of Heritage

46:29 – The Bhopal House Story

47:29 – Rabindranath Tagore Connection

50:45 – Chef Kunal or Chef Soha?

53:17 – Soha’s Workout Routine

56:05 – Privacy Concerns & Saif’s House Break-In

01:00:21 – Parenting Rules


Conversations that shape our world often happen behind closed doors or in the quiet moments after the headlines fade. ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash pulls up a chair to those discussions, offering a direct line to the minds of influential figures. Hosted by veteran journalist Smita Prakash, this series moves beyond the soundbite, creating a space where politicians, athletes, artists, and thinkers can explore the nuances of the issues that define contemporary India and global affairs. The dialogue here is driven by curiosity and a commitment to depth, allowing guests to elaborate on their perspectives, their decisions, and the personal experiences that inform their public lives. You will hear candid reflections on current events, policy debates, and cultural shifts, all through the lens of those at the center of the story. Produced by Asian News International, the podcast leverages a legacy of journalistic access and integrity, ensuring every conversation is both insightful and substantive. It’s more than an interview; it’s an opportunity to understand the motivations and narratives driving today’s news. For anyone looking to move past the surface and engage with the substance of politics, society, and human endeavor, this podcast provides a consistently thoughtful and compelling listen.
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