When Kareena Kapoor boldly proposed to Saif Ali Khan, ‘He couldn’t believe it—not someone very forthcoming towards any woman!’

The enduring love story of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor continues to captivate fans, standing as a true Bollywood fairytale. Their iconic romance famously blossomed in 2008 on the sets of the film 'Tashan'. At the time, Kareena was in a relationship with Shahid Kapoor, but as filming progressed, an undeniable spark ignited between Saif and Kareena. Their palpable chemistry and growing closeness quickly became the buzz of the industry, setting the stage for one of Bollywood's most celebrated power couples.

In a candid old chat with Niranjan Iyer, Kareena had revealed that she was the one who initiated the romance. “I was the one who kind of pushed all the right buttons,” she admitted. “Saif actually is the kind of guy who is not very forthcoming towards any woman. He will never make the first move. He is too English and restrained in that way.”


Kareena recalled how stunned Saif was when she expressed her feelings. “He was like, ‘I can’t believe that Kareena Kapoor is doing this.’ It was like an entire building had crumbled on his head!” she laughed. Eventually, everything fell into place. After dating for a few years, the couple got married on October 16, 2012. Today, they are proud parents to Taimur and Jehangir, continuing to be one of Bollywood’s most loved star families.

Our favorite Bebo is quite active on social media and often treats fans to glimpses of her vacations with Saif and their adorable boys, Taimur and Jeh. From relaxing getaways to stylish holiday looks, Kareena’s travel diaries are always a visual delight—and her fans absolutely love every bit of it.

On the work front, both Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan continue to stay busy with exciting projects. Saif was last seen in Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, alongside Jaideep Ahlawat and Kunal Kapoor. He has an interesting lineup ahead, including Race 4 and a biopic directed by Rahul Dholakia. Meanwhile, Kareena was last seen in The Buckingham Murders, a gripping crime thriller where she plays a detective unraveling the mystery behind a young boy’s murder.

Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”