The casting of Saif Ali Khan in writer-director Om Raut's next, Adipurush, has raised eyebrows. Earlier, the two teamed up for Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior. Soon after its release in January, Khan had criticised the film for its inaccurate portrayal of history. He had reportedly said that it was not a historical, but just a movie.

When the team finalised Saif Ali Khan for the character, they shared the news on social media platforms and welcomed the actor.