Saif Ali Khan’s sister Saba Pataudi has come forward to silence critics questioning the actor’s swift recovery after he was stabbed multiple times during a burglary attempt at his Bandra residence. Sharing her thoughts on Instagram, Saba re-posted a video by a cardiologist explaining how post-surgery recovery timelines can vary, especially for fit individuals like Saif. The video highlighted how Saif’s progress wasn’t extraordinary, but rather an outcome of his fitness and the precision of medical procedures.
On January 16, Saif was attacked by an intruder at his home, resulting in six stab wounds, including injuries to his spine and neck. Following immediate medical attention at Lilavati Hospital, he underwent neurosurgery and plastic surgery. Surprisingly, Saif was discharged within five days, which left many raising doubts on social media. Addressing the skeptics, Saba shared a detailed post with the caption, “Educate yourself,” emphasizing a doctor’s explanation on how a younger, healthier individual can recover faster than older patients.

The cardiologist, Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy, added credibility to the discussion by sharing a personal story. He uploaded a video of his 78-year-old mother walking hours after undergoing spine surgery, stating, “If a senior citizen can recover this fast, a younger, fitter individual like Saif can do even better.” Dr. Krishnamurthy also expressed disappointment in seeing even medical professionals questioning such recoveries, urging them to broaden their exposure to modern healthcare advancements.
For people doubting if Saif Ali Khan really had a spine surgery (funnily even some doctors!). This is a video of my mother from 2022 at the age of 78y, walking with a fractured foot in a cast and a spine surgery on the same evening when spine surgery was done. #MedTwitter. A… pic.twitter.com/VF2DoopTNL
— Dr Deepak Krishnamurthy (@DrDeepakKrishn1) January 22, 2025
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The attack itself was a traumatic incident. An intruder broke into Saif’s home and confronted his domestic help, leading to a scuffle. When Saif intervened, he suffered multiple stab wounds. However, thanks to quick medical intervention, he was stabilized and treated successfully.
Despite his visible injuries, Saif appeared healthy when he returned home, which became the focal point of online scrutiny. Responding to these critics, SAif Ali Khan’s sister Saba Pataudi asked people to educate themselves and avoid spreading misinformation. Her firm response added a much-needed voice of reason to the conversation.
As Saif continues to recover, the family has requested privacy while thanking fans for their support. This incident serves as a reminder of how crucial fitness and expert medical care are in the healing process.
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