Will Indian Govt Take Over Saif Ali Khan's Ancestral Properties? Here's What He Owns And Their Worth

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, who has been discharged from hospital after an intruder from Bangladesh attacked him at his house last week during a failed robbery attempt, possesses an extensive portfolio of properties, both ancestral and personally acquired. His ancestral assets are primarily associated with the Pataudi and Bhopal royal families.

The properties owned by Saif Ali Khan, grandson of last ruling Nawab of the princely state of Pataudi during the British Raj, has come to light as reports claim that his ancestral properties might be taken over by the Centre under Enemy Property Act, 1968.

As per the Act, the Indian government can stake claim on properties owned by individuals who migrated to Pakistan after the partition in 1947. Now, let's take a look at Saif Ali Khan's ancestral properties:

Ancestral Properties

1. Pataudi Palace:

• Location: Gurgaon, Haryana
• Size: Over 10 acres
• Rooms: 150
• Value: Approximately ₹800 crore
• This palace serves as the family's regal residence and has historical significance, being a symbol of their royal lineage. Located in Gurgaon, Haryana, the Pataudi Palace spans over 10 acres and comprises approximately 150 rooms. This heritage property is valued at around ₹800 crore.

2. Noor-Us-Sabah Palace:

• Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
• This property was formerly the residence of Saif's grandmother and now operates as a heritage hotel.

3. Flag House (Qasr-e-Flag):

• Location: Bhopal
• Historically used for ceremonial purposes by the Nawabs of Bhopal.

4. Dar-us-Salam and Kohefiza:

• These upscale properties in Bhopal were part of the royal estate, contributing to the family's prestigious heritage.

5. Bungalow of Habibi and Ahmedabad Palace:

• Additional properties linked to the Pataudi family in Bhopal.

Collectively, these Bhopal properties are estimated to be worth around ₹15,000 crore. However, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has lifted a stay on these properties, potentially allowing their acquisition under the Enemy Property Act, 1968. This act enables the government to claim assets of individuals who migrated to Pakistan after Partition. The affected properties include the Flag Staff House, Noor-Us-Sabah Palace, Dar-Us-Salam, Ahmedabad Palace, and Kohefiza Property.

Other Properties

1. Satguru Sharan Apartment:

• Location: Bandra West, Mumbai
• Size: 6,508 sq ft spread across four floors
• Value: Estimated at over ₹40 crore (current market value)
• Features include five bedrooms, a gym, music room, swimming pool, and multiple terraces.
• Saif Ali Khan resides in a luxurious apartment in Mumbai with his wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their children. This residence was the site of a recent incident where an intruder attacked Saif, leading to his hospitalization.

2. Fortune Heights Apartment:

• Saif previously resided in this complex in Bandra, valued at around ₹48 crore in 2013.

3. Additional Bungalows in Mumbai:

• Saif and his wife Kareena Kapoor Khan own two chic bungalows in Mumbai that serve as private residences.

4. Chalet in Gstaad, Switzerland:

• Valued at approximately ₹33 crore, this luxury retreat reflects their lifestyle preferences for travel and leisure.