Naagin 7: Zayn Ibad Khan on playing Yaman, says 'He is someone who reads the room'

Zayn Ibad Khan joins the show as Yaman, a character whose danger lies not in obvious aggression, but in his quiet infiltration. Introduced as Pinky’s fiancé, Yaman is already embedded within the family, calm, charming, and composed on the surface. But beneath that controlled exterior lies a far more calculated and dangerous presence.  He watches, he reads the moment, and he strikes only when it matters. As the dragon and perhaps the toughest adversary Naagin has faced so far, Yaman brings with him a sharp, strategic mind that transforms the conflict into a battle of wit, timing, and psychological play rather than sheer strength. With hidden identities, shifting loyalties, and a constant game of one-upmanship, his entry adds a gripping new layer of tension. In a world where neither side is willing to back down, the question remains, who will truly stay one step ahead?

Zayn Ibad Khan gets candid about his character

Speaking about the role, Zayn Ibad Khan said, “Having been deeply influenced and inclined towards dragons through Japanese manga (Dragon Ball Z) and GOT (Game of Thrones), it has always fascinated me how powerful and resilient dragons can be. With Yaman, what intrigued me most is that he’s a strategist, someone who reads the room, studies his opponents, and knows exactly when to strike. His strength isn’t about noise, it’s about control. Voicing and performing a character like this comes with its own challenge. Along the way, I’ve developed a sense of how one can project the voice of a dragon to make it sound powerful and graceful. You’re not just delivering lines, you’re crafting an energy that feels ancient, calculated, and slightly unsettling. I’m really looking forward to audiences discovering Yaman, because he’s not someone who reveals himself all at once, he unfolds move by move.”