Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt savor Maharashtrian lunch at Rujuta Diwekar's home: 'Post pithla bhakri pose'

Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt turned a simple afternoon in Mumbai into a moment that fans could not stop sharing. A photo from celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar showed the trio seated together on a couch after enjoying a traditional Maharashtrian meal, their relaxed smiles gave the gathering an easy, personal feel.As Money Control reported, Diwekar uploaded the picture on her Instagram Stories. She sat in the middle with an arm around both actors. Kareena wore a sleeveless dark top with blue jeans and leaned in, beaming. Alia kept things soft in a light printed kurta set, sitting cross-legged with her hair down. The caption read, “Post pithla bhakri pose with the two best girls.” Rujuta tagged both stars, and the image began circulating quickly across fan pages.Even without a plate in sight, the meal spoke volumes. For the unversed, pithla bhakri is a beloved Maharashtrian pairing of gram flour curry and flatbread. It is hearty, uncomplicated everyday food, matching Rujuta’s consistent message about eating local and seasonal. Alia added to the warmth by sharing her own note. She called it “the most wholesome soul-some lunch courtesy @rujuta.diwekar,” celebrating the comfort of the spread.Diwekar responded with affection. “Aww! Thank you. Your ability to enjoy the simple joys of life is your super power,” she wrote.Rujuta has built her reputation on rejecting extreme food trends and returning to familiar kitchens. This afternoon reflected that philosophy. Comfort food. Close company. Honest pleasure.Fans embraced it. Many praised the spotlight on regional staples and loved seeing two major stars slow down for a homestyle meal. Alia Bhatt began as a teenager with 'Student of the Year' and quickly shed the debut image through layered performances in 'Highway' and 'Raazi. ' Recently, she has balanced scale and substance with 'Gangubai Kathiawadi,' 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,' and her Hollywood entry 'Heart of Stone,' while also turning producer, signaling a widening creative footprint in 'Don't Be Shy.'Kareena Kapoor Khan entered films with 'Refugee' and evolved from early glamour roles to defining turns in 'Jab We Met' and 'Omkara.' Recently, she has explored darker, contemporary narratives through 'Jaane Jaan' and 'Crew,' demonstrating her ability to adapt while retaining star power.