🌟 Introducing the Ultimate Star: Kareena Kapoor Khan
Ladies and gentlemen, prepare yourselves to welcome a true force of nature, an artist who has not merely graced the Indian screen, but has fundamentally redefined what it means to be a Bollywood superstar. She belongs to the most illustrious lineage of Indian cinema, the Kapoor family, yet her legacy is entirely her own, forged through two decades of unparalleled talent, conviction, and fearless choices.
From the moment she made her debut in the year 2000, she captured the imagination of an entire generation. But it was in her subsequent roles that she showcased her breathtaking range. Who can forget the high-fashion, unapologetically glamorous ‘Poo’ in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, a character who became a pop-culture phenomenon? Or the fiery, raw transformation into the sex worker in Chameli, a performance that marked a major turning point, earning her massive critical acclaim?
She is the actress who could charm the nation as the bubbly, life-affirming ‘Geet’ in Jab We Met, a role for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress, and in the very next breath, deliver a deeply nuanced, intense performance in a film like Omkara. Her filmography is a tapestry woven with blockbusters like 3 Idiots, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and Good Newwz, proving her undisputed box-office prowess and her ability to anchor both critically acclaimed dramas and commercial juggernauts.
Beyond the silver screen, she is a modern icon—a style legend, a best-selling author, an entrepreneur, a radio host, and a tireless philanthropist who champions causes like girls’ education with UNICEF. She is the epitome of the contemporary working woman, balancing a phenomenal career with motherhood, all while maintaining her trademark candor, wit, and fierce individuality.
She is affectionately known as ‘Bebo,’ but to the world, she is Kareena Kapoor Khan—an actress of extraordinary depth, a queen of reinvention, and a star whose luminosity shines brighter with every passing year.
Please join me in giving a rousing welcome to the one and only… Kareena Kapoor Khan!
Quick Info:
- Name: Kareena Kapoor Khan
- Date of Birth: September 21, 1980
- Birth Place: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Occupation: Actress, Model
- Nationality: Indian
- Height: 5 ft 4 in
- Weight: 54 kg
Born Name
Kareena Randhir Kapoor / Kareena Kapoor
Nick Name
Bebo, Saifeena
Age
Kareena Kapoor is currently 45 according to her birthdate September 21, 1980
Occupation
Actress, Model
Born Place
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Sun Sign
Virgo
Nationality
Indian
Residence
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Religion
Hinduism
Education
Kareena Kapoor Khan completed her early schooling at Jamnabai Narsee School in Mumbai, followed by her attendance at the Welham Girls Boarding School in Dehradun.
After graduating, she pursued higher education, studying commerce for two years at Mithibai College in Mumbai. Demonstrating an early interest in expanding her horizons, she also attended a prestigious three-month summer course in microcomputers at Harvard University in the United States.
While her academic path was diverse—including time at Harvard and an enrollment in law—it was during her first year at the Government Law College in Mumbai that she made a definitive choice. Realizing her true passion lay not in law, but in performance, she decided to leave her legal studies behind to pursue her lifelong calling in Bollywood.
Build
Voluptuous
Height
5 ft 4 in or 163 cm
Weight
52 kg or 107 pounds
Race / Ethnicity
Asian (Indian)
She has Punjabi ancestry on her dad’s side while she is of Sindhi and British descent on her mom’s side.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Green
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Feature
- Lips
- Smile
- Face
Measurements
36-26-34 in or 91.5-66-86 cm
Dress Size
10 (US) or 42 (EU)
Shoe Size
6.5 (US) or 37 (EU)
Personal Trainer
Payal Gidwani, a personal trainer specializing in yoga, is known for training Kareena Kapoor with a strong emphasis on Suryanamaskar (Sun Salutations).
Family
- Father – Randhir Kapoor (Actor)
- Mother – Babita (née Shivdasani) (Actress)
- Siblings – Karisma Kapoor (Older Sister) (Actress)
- Others – Raj Kapoor (Paternal Grandfather) (Filmmaker, Actor), Hari Shivdasani (Maternal Grandfather) (Actor), Rishi Kapoor (Paternal Uncle) (Actor), Prithviraj Kapoor (Paternal Great-Grandfather) (Actor), Dewan Basheswarnath Kapoor (Paternal Great-Great-Grandfather) (Actor), Sanjay Kapoor (Paternal Uncle) (Actor), Shaira Kapoor (Cousin) (Production Designer in Bombay Velvet), Pooja Desai (Cousin) (Assistant Director – Dhoom 2 and Om Shanti Om), Sharmila Tagore (Mother-in-law) (Actress), Soha Ali Khan (Sister-in-law) (Actress), Kunal Khemu (Brother-in-law) (Actor), Sara Ali Khan (Stepchild) (Actress), Ibrahim Ali Khan (Stepson)
Boyfriend / Spouse
Kareena Kapoor is married to actor Saif Ali Khan. Before her marriage, she was in a relationship with actor Shahid Kapoor.
Marital Status
Kareena Kapoor tied the knot with her long-time partner Saif Ali Khan on October 16, 2012, after dating for around five years (since 2007). The news of their wedding was confirmed on Twitter by Saif’s sister, Soha Ali Khan.
To celebrate the occasion, the couple hosted a grand party at Pataudi Palace, their ancestral home located in Pataudi, Haryana.
Children
The couple welcomed their first child, Taimur Ali Khan, in December 2016 at Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai. Their second son, Jehangir Ali Khan, was born in February 2021.
In July 2022, speculation about Kareena’s third pregnancy surfaced online. However, Kareena humorously dismissed the rumors, explaining that the buzz was simply due to “pasta and wine.” She also joked that Saif Ali Khan had already contributed enough to India’s population.
Best Known For
Her fashion style and her film roles
🎞️ First Film
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s journey into cinema commenced in the year 2000 with the romantic drama, Refugee.1 In her debut performance, she portrayed the role of Nazneen “Naaz” Ahmed.2 Her compelling and assured portrayal immediately garnered critical attention, earning her the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut, officially marking her arrival as a major new talent in the industry.
Brand Endorsements
She has been the brand ambassador for a diverse portfolio of leading companies. A selection of her endorsements includes:
Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle
- LakmĂ©: A long-standing association, including campaigns for ‘Poptints’ and ‘Reinvent’ (2013).
- Puma (since 2021)
- Malabar Gold and Diamonds
- Lavie Handbags
- Garnier
- Globus Clothing (2007-2012)
Food, Health & Wellness
- TruNativ (Nutrition brand, since 2022)
- Crysta IVF (Fertility chain)
- Tops (FMCG brand)
- Boro Plus
- Limca (2013)
Technology
- Sony Vaio Laptops
- QMobile (Pakistani mobile brand, 2013)
Kareena Kapoor – Favorite Things
- Favorite Movies: Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961), Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958), Love Story (1970), Ben Hur (1959), The Bridges of Madison County (1995), Titanic (1997), Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), and Prem Rog (1982).
(She has a deep appreciation for classic and old films.) - Favorite Food: Chinese, Italian, and Thai cuisines
- Favorite Punjabi Dish: Aloo Paratha
- Favorite Perfume: Jean Paul Gaultier
- Favorite Sport: Swimming
- Favorite Colors: Red and Black
- Favorite Music: Songs from the 1960s
- Favorite Actress: Babita, Nargis, and Karisma Kapoor
- Favorite Actor: Shah Rukh Khan
- Favorite Destination: London
Interesting Facts About Kareena Kapoor
- Kareena drew inspiration from legendary Bollywood actresses like Nargis and Meena Kumari, as well as from her elder sister Karisma Kapoor.
- Her grandfather Raj Kapoor originally wanted to name her Siddhima, but her mother named her Kareena after being inspired by Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina.
- She enjoys horseback riding and cooking in her free time.
- Kareena was once engaged to Vishal (Vicky), the son of producer Pahlaj Nihalani.
- Her size-zero phase became a major fitness trend in India, inspiring many, including actress Ileana D’Cruz.
- She turned down a role in Bride & Prejudice (2004).
- During the filming of Omkara (2006), she reportedly chose not to be friends with co-star Konkona Sen Sharma.
- In a 2012 interview, she revealed that her grandfather Raj Kapoor favored Karisma over her — even giving Karisma two mangoes during summer and Kareena only one. Both Raj Kapoor and Karisma shared blue eyes, which Kareena jokingly called a sign of “biased love.”
- Kareena was the first choice for major films like Ram-Leela, Chennai Express, and Queen (2013), but she declined all three due to scheduling conflicts.
- She was the first Indian actress to feature on CNNGo’s list of “Who Mattered Most in India”, and was recognized by Verve magazine as one of India’s most powerful women (2008–2013, 2016).
- Named Asia’s Sexiest Woman (2011) and Asia’s Hottest Woman (2012) by Eastern Eye and Indian Maxim.
- Her best friend is actress Amrita Arora, and she also shares close bonds with Esha Deol and, more recently (since 2019), Priyanka Chopra.
- A wax statue of Kareena is displayed at Madame Tussauds London.
- In August 2021, she released her book “Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Pregnancy Bible.”
- That same year, a Porsche car registered in her name was found in the possession of a fake antique dealer, Monson Mavunkal, in Kerala.
- In December 2021, Kareena tested positive for COVID-19 after attending Karan Johar’s party.
- In October 2022, she and husband Saif Ali Khan purchased a Mercedes-Benz S 350d worth â‚ą2 crore, following their earlier purchase of a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon worth â‚ą60 lakh.
- Kareena was initially set to make her debut with Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000) alongside Hrithik Roshan, but she left the project mid-way and instead debuted with JP Dutta’s Refugee (2000).