Kareena Kapoor Khan, born on September 21, 1980, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, is one of Bollywood’s leading actresses. Coming from the illustrious Kapoor family, known for its legacy in the Indian film industry, Kareena has had a successful career spanning over two decades. Her versatility has been showcased in a wide range of films, including Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), Jab We Met (2007), 3 Idiots (2009), Heroine (2012), Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), and Veere Di Wedding (2018). She is also known as a trendsetter in both cinema and fashion, earning the nickname “Bebo.”

In addition to her film career, Kareena hosts a popular radio talk show, What Women Want, which delves into topics of women’s empowerment, lifestyle, and personal stories. In her personal life, she married actor Saif Ali Khan in 2012, becoming a part of the Pataudi family. The couple has two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan, born in 2016 and 2021, respectively.

In March 2024, BOOM fact-checked a viral claim suggesting that Kareena Kapoor Khan was approached for the lead role in the film Sita: The Incarnation.

BOOM found out that this claim was false, after speaking with director Alaukik Desai and writer KV Vijayendra Prasad, who confirmed that Kareena was not approached for the role.