Who is Afsar Zaidi? The man behind Saif Ali Khan’s hospital paperwork and much more

Afsar Zaidi, a close friend of Saif Ali Khan, has found himself in the spotlight following the actor’s stabbing incident at his Bandra residence. As reports emerged about Zaidi’s involvement in Saif’s hospital admission, many are curious about the man whose name surfaced during the police investigation. Zaidi clarified that he received a call from the Pataudi family around 3:30 am, asking him to assist with Saif’s paperwork at Lilavati Hospital, as Saif’s son Taimur, who accompanied him, was too young to handle the formalities.

But who exactly is Afsar Zaidi?

Zaidi is a multifaceted entrepreneur known for his contributions to the entertainment and business worlds. He co-founded The House of Pataudi, Saif Ali Khan’s apparel brand, which blends contemporary styles with regal Pataudi heritage.

His journey began in 2005 when he founded Exceed Entertainment, a celebrity management powerhouse. Under Zaidi’s leadership, Exceed represented some of India’s biggest stars, including Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra, and Saif Ali Khan, establishing itself as a cornerstone of the entertainment industry.