Basic Information:
Name: Kareena Kapoor Khan
Date of Birth: September 21, 1980
Nationality: Indian
Profession: Bollywood Actress
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Spouse: Saif Ali Khan
Children: Taimur and Jeh
Biography:
Kareena Kapoor Khan, born into the illustrious Kapoor family—a lineage deeply embedded in the history of Indian cinema—was destined for a life under the spotlight. Her journey, however, is not merely a product of her heritage but a testament to her own talent, determination, and evolving artistry. From her early years, Kareena was captivated by the world of movies, a passion ignited by her family's involvement in the film industry. She attended Jamnabai Narsee School in Mumbai and later Welham Girls' School in Dehradun. Her formal education continued at Mithibai College in Mumbai where she pursued commerce for a couple of years before moving to Harvard to study microcomputers and information technology. She began her acting career in 2000, with Refugee in which she was lauded for her natural acting and screen presence. She further gained recognition for her work in the 2001 melodrama Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, which became India's highest-grossing film at the time. She garnered further critical and commercial success for her portrayal of a sex worker in the 2004 film Chameli𒈔, a turning point in her career that demonstrated her versatility. Throughout her career, Kareena has not only navigated the highs and lows of the industry but also demonstrated a commitment to her craft, experimenting with diverse roles, genres, and production houses. Her career has been a constant exploration of her talent, pushing boundaries and proving her mettle as one of the most versatile and talented actors of her time. From the beginning, she has been known for her candid nature and her confident, unapologetic persona both on and off-screen.
Career Timeline:
2000: Made her debut with an impactful performance in Refugee.
2001: Breakthrough role in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...
2004: Critically acclaimed performance in Chameli.
2007: Hit film Jab We Met.
2010: We Are Family won her the best supporting actress award
2011:🎃 The highest grossing film of that year Ra.One was released
2012: Starring in the romantic film Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu and the thriller film Talaash.
2016: Starred in the critically and commercially successful film Ki & Ka.
2018: Veere Di Wedding was released.
2020: Angrezi Medium and Good Newwz were released.
2022: Starred in Laal Singh Chaddha, India’s adaptation of Forrest Gump.
2023: Played a pivotal role in the Netflix crime thriller Jaane Jaan.
2024: Played a flight attendant entangled in smuggling in the comedy film Crew.
Achievements:
Kareena Kapoor Khan's acting prowess has been recognized with numerous accolades. She has won six Filmfare Awards: Best Female Debut for Refugee (2001), Special Performance Award for Chameli (2005), Best Actress for Jab We Met (2008) and We Are Family (2011), and Best Actress (Critics) for Udta Punjab (2017), and a Best Supporting Actress for Kurbaan (2010). She has received National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Yuva (2004). Additionally, Kareena has earned several other awards from organizations like the International Indian Film Academy Awards, Screen Awards, and Zee Cine Awardsꦛ, among others. She has garnered much praise for her acting and also for her dance performances, and her impact on fashion and style. She also became the first Indian actress to endorse brands like Lakme and Levi's.
Key Quotes / Catchphrases:
꧂"Life is full of happiness and tears; be strong and have faith”
♕“I do my own thing. And I believe what I do is the right thing.”
🐼I don't take success and failure seriously. The only thing I do seriously is march forward. If I fall, I get up and march again.”
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❀Kareena is nicknamed "Bebo" by her family and close friends.
♍She comes from a long lineage of actors, including her parents Randhir Kapoor and Babita, as well as her sister, Karisma Kapoor.
She is a trained Kathak dancer.
Impact/Legacy:
Kareena Kapoor Khan has established herself as one of the most influential actors in Bollywood, known for her versatility and her ability to reinvent herself with each role. She has broken stereotypes with her diverse choices of characters, from the bubbly and vivacious Geet in Jab We Met to the complex and conflicted Dolly Mishra in Omkara♚, challenging industry norms and expectations for female characters. Furthermore, she has consistently been vocal about her views, openly expressing her thoughts on subjects, making her a role model for women seeking to express themselves authentically and confidently. Her career, spanning over two decades, has not only entertained but also influenced generations of aspiring actors and audiences alike, creating a lasting impression on Bollywood. Her style choices are often followed and widely emulated and she is admired for her ability to balance her professional and personal life, having continued to work even while pregnant and during the early years of motherhood, inspiring women with her independent spirit and her ability to juggle career and family. Beyond her on-screen presence, Kareena's work has paved the way for the way female actors are viewed in Indian cinema, showcasing her as a progressive force in the industry.
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