Saba Ali Khan has revisited her relationship with Amrita Singh, remembering the guidance and affection she received from the actress during her younger years. In a recent interview, Saba described Amrita as an approachable mother figure who often advised her like an elder sister. She also discussed how their relationship changed after Amrita and Saif Ali Khan ended their marriage in 2004.Saba was 15 when Saif Ali Khan married Amrita Singh in 1991. The actress was 12 years older than Saif and became a familiar presence in Saba’s life. Although their interactions became less frequent after the separation, Saba said she continues to remember their time together fondly. She also made her affection for Kareena Kapoor Khan clear during the conversation.
Saba Ali Khan recalls Amrita Singh guiding her like an elder sister
Saba remembered Amrita as someone whose advice she could comfortably accept. She explained that the actress would sometimes correct her in situations where her own mother might have been more critical. However, Amrita’s approach made those conversations easier for her.“I found her to be very sorted. I liked her. I was fine with her. I love Bebo. That’s clear. My loyalties are exactly where they are meant to be. But she (Amrita) was good with me too. She has given me a lot of direction where my mother might be criticising me, but she would say the same thing in an older sister manner,” Saba said in an interview with Siddharth Kannan.
Amrita Singh used to correct Saba Ali Khan’s fashion choices
Saba also recalled how Amrita paid attention to her clothes and accessories. The actress would often comment on her styling whenever they met. Her advice included pointing out colour combinations that did not work together.“If she ever meets me, that’s something she always has to check. And I kind of dress up appropriately before meeting her, because she be like, why is your bag blue and dress pink? She always corrected me, so I knew better,” she added.Saba said Amrita’s approachable nature made her feel comfortable seeking guidance. She also compared the actress’s manner with her own mother’s stricter approach during that period.“She was a motherly figure in a nicer, more approachable manner than my own mother back then, who was very strict,” Saba said.Saba Ali Khan says relationship with Amrita Singh changed after separationSaif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh separated in 2004, bringing their 13-year marriage to an end. Saba suggested that Amrita may have wanted some distance and time for herself after the split. Their relationship consequently became less close than it had been during the earlier years.However, Saba made it clear that there is no resentment between them. They remain cordial and exchange warm greetings whenever they meet. She also enjoys meeting Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan, Saif and Amrita’s children. Saba indicated that the good memories from their time together remain important to her.
Saba Ali Khan explains why she rarely attends film parties with Saif Ali Khan
During the interview, Saba was also asked whether she accompanies Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan to film parties and industry events. She said she used to attend such gatherings more often when Saif was married to Amrita.Her appearances at these events have become less frequent in recent years. Saba explained that Saif and Kareena themselves do not regularly attend film parties or movie premieres. This has also reduced the occasions when she joins them.
Saif Ali Khan’s marriages, children and latest film
Saif Ali Khan married Amrita Singh in 1991, when he was 21 and she was 33. The couple welcomed two children, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan, before ending their marriage in 2004.Saif later married Kareena Kapoor Khan in October 2012. They have two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan. The actor’s latest film, ‘Haiwaan’, arrived in theatres on September 11, 2026.
