Lalit Parimoo, known for his role in the 2012 film 'Agent Vinod', has made controversial remarks about co-stars Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, claiming their excessive interference significantly contributed to the film's underperformance at the box office. During a recent podcast with Siddharth Kannan, Parimoo stated that the director, Sriram Raghavan, was unable to realize his vision due to constant input from the lead actors, which he believes diluted the film's quality. Parimoo emphasized that a film is fundamentally a director's medium, suggesting that actors should only provide valid suggestions rather than imposing their star status. Despite his close friendship with Raghavan, Parimoo noted that the director did not delve deeply into the challenges he faced during production but acknowledged the interference. 'Agent Vinod', an action-packed spy thriller, was produced by Saif Ali Khan's Illuminati Films and had a budget of approximately ₹60 crore, featuring filming in picturesque locations worldwide, including Russia, Switzerland, Ladakh, Jaisalmer, Mumbai, and Delhi. The project reportedly took nearly two years to complete, showcasing a strong supporting cast alongside the leads.