At the trailer launch of 'Kartavya,' Saif Ali Khan addressed the comparisons between his character Pawan Singh and his previous role as Langda Tyagi in 'Omkara.' He acknowledged that social media users have noted similarities due to the rustic dialogue delivery and grounded screen presence of both characters. Saif reflected on how 'Omkara' significantly impacted his career, allowing filmmakers to recognize his versatility beyond the polished urban roles he was known for. He expressed gratitude to director Vishal Bhardwaj for casting him in 'Omkara,' which helped shift audience perceptions of his capabilities as an actor. While he understands the comparisons, Saif clarified that Pawan Singh and Langda Tyagi are fundamentally different characters, despite some shared stylistic elements. 'Kartavya,' produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment, is set to premiere on Netflix on May 15.