Actor Saif Ali Khan has expressed that his role as Langda Tyagi in the film 'Omkara' transformed how audiences perceive him, making them take him seriously as an actor. During a recent media interaction, he explained that director Pulkit's decision to cast him as Pawan Singh in the upcoming drama 'Kartavya' was influenced by his performance in 'Omkara.' Saif emphasized the importance of being recognized for his range as an actor, stating, 'People judge quickly, thinking someone can't perform a certain role.' He appreciates the opportunity to explore grounded dialogue delivery, stating, 'It is a lot of fun to learn and understand a desi and grounded dialogue.' 'Kartavya,' produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt. Ltd., features a cast that includes Sanjay Mishra and Zakir Hussain. The film, which follows a police officer balancing duty and family safety, is set to premiere on Netflix on May 15.