Kareena Kapoor, affectionately known as Bebo, is a celebrated Bollywood actress. Her widespread popularity and significant earnings secured her a place on Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list from 2012 to 2016. This comprehensive guide delves into her life, career, and more.

Biography/Wiki

Born on September 21, 1980, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Kareena Kapoor (age 44 as of 2024) is a Virgo. Initially named Siddhima by her paternal grandfather, Raj Kapoor, her name was later changed to Kareena. Her early interest in acting led to conflict with her father, who initially opposed her career choice. This ultimately contributed to her parents’ separation, with her mother raising Kareena and her sister, Karisma Kapoor. They later reconciled in 2007. Her dedication and hard work propelled her to considerable success in the film industry.

Physical Appearance

Known for her striking beauty, Kareena maintains a rigorous fitness regime. She stands at approximately 5’4″ and weighs around 55 kg. Her measurements are approximately 34-26-35. She possesses captivating hazel green eyes and dark brown hair.

Family

Parents & Siblings

Her father, Randhir Kapoor, is a renowned actor, producer, and director. Her mother, Babita Kapoor, is a former Indian actress. Kareena’s older sister, Karisma Kapoor, is also a successful Bollywood actress. She is the granddaughter of Bollywood legend Raj Kapoor (paternal) and actor Hari Shivdasani (maternal). Rishi Kapoor was her uncle. Her heritage reflects a blend of Hinduism and Christianity, due to her father’s Punjabi background and her mother’s British and Sindhi ancestry.

Relationships, Husband & Children

Kareena’s past relationships include notable Bollywood figures Hrithik Roshan and Shahid Kapoor. On October 16, 2012, she married actor Saif Ali Khan. Their son, Taimur Ali Khan Pataudi, was born on December 20, 2016. The name “Taimur” was chosen due to a special connection Saif had with a childhood friend sharing the same name.

Their second son, Jehangir Ali Khan (Jeh), was born on February 21, 2021, at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital.

Career

Kareena’s education includes Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai, and Welham Girls’ School, Dehradun. She later attended Mithibai College, Mumbai, and completed a summer course in microcomputers at Harvard Summer School. After briefly studying law at Government Law College, Mumbai, she pursued her passion for acting. She received acting training at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) under Kishore Namit Kapoor.

Her acting debut in 2000’s “Refugee” earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She has starred in numerous successful films, including “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham…,” “Dev,” “Jab We Met,” “3 Idiots,” and many more. She’s also appeared in documentaries. Her performance in “Jaane Jaan” garnered her the Best Actress – Critics award at the 2024 Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards and a Filmfare Award in December 2024.

Controversies

Kareena’s career has not been without controversy. Notable incidents include a public dispute with Bipasha Basu and media attention surrounding a personal video. Other controversies include remarks made about Priyanka Chopra’s accent and a legal notice received in May 2024 concerning her book “Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Pregnancy Bible.”

Salary

By July 2024, reports suggested Kareena commanded a fee of ?10-15 crore per film, solidifying her position among Bollywood’s highest-paid actresses.

Car Collection

Kareena owns an impressive collection of luxury vehicles, including a Mercedes-Benz S-Class 350D, Land Rover Range Rover Vogue, BMW 7 Series, LX 470 SUV, and a Land Rover Defender (acquired in October 2023).

Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Kareena Kapoor:

• First Indian actress to launch her own women’s clothing line (Globus).
• Teenage crush on Akshaye Khanna.
• Vegetarian since 2006.
• Adopted Madhya Pradesh’s Chanderi village in 2010 to provide electricity.
• Published autobiography “The Style Diary of a Bollywood Diva” (co-authored by Rochelle Pinto).
• Has a wax statue at Madame Tussauds, London.
• Owns two homes in Mumbai.
• Enjoys reading in her free time.
• Favourites include Raj Kapoor and Shah Rukh Khan (actors), Nargis, Meena Kumari, and Kajol (actresses), Virat Kohli (cricketer), black and red (colours), and Manish Malhotra (designer).
• Loves holidays in London and Switzerland.
• Net worth estimated around $10 million.
• Anchored “Good Newwz” on Aaj Tak in December 2019.
• Became brand ambassador for MyTrident in August 2023.

Awards and Recognitions