Thirteen years, two beautiful sons, and countless charming red-carpet moments later, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan continue to be one of Bollywood’s most effortlessly stylish and genuinely grounded couples. On her brother Saif’s 13th wedding anniversary, Saba Ali Khan celebrated the occasion with a beautiful Instagram post that exactly described the relationship between the two: love, laughter, and a bit of chaos in equal proportions.
Saba, who often gives fans a peek into the Pataudi family’s private moments, shared a carousel of photos with some rare glimpses from Saif and Kareena’s early dating days, along with recent snapshots that radiate the same old warmth. “Anniversary special,” she began, addressing the post to her bhai (Saif) and bhabijaan (Kareena). “From the pics I captured then, while you both were dating… to the ones taken now, time seems to have stood still. You both still have that special chemistry and vibe.”
It’s the kind of love that feels easy yet eternal, and Saba’s words underline that beautifully. She added a playful line that had fans smiling: “While one drives you crazy, i.e., Bhai, the other is patient and… verrrry patient at times! I.e., Bebo (lol). Together… you’re awesome. Mashallah.”
The post struck the perfect balance between affectionate teasing and genuine admiration, a sister’s way of saying what fans have seen all along: Saif and Kareena complement each other in ways that only true partners can.
“Bebo, I Admire Your No-Nonsense Attitude”
What made Saba’s post stand out was her honest praise for Kareena. It’s rare to see star families express such candid affection publicly, and Saba didn’t hold back. “For teaching me selfies, for posing together… Bebo, I admire your no-nonsense, straightforward attitude. You’ve kept it real. Welcome to the family. once more.”
In an industry where glamour tends to blur genuineness, Kareena has never been one to lose balance—glamorous but down-to-earth, confident yet accessible. Whether discussing motherhood, body image, or work, Kareena’s charm remains her truthfulness. And Saba’s tribute acknowledged exactly that.
“Bhai. You’ll always be my darling brother,” Saba added lovingly, before signing off with, “Here’s wishing you both a very happy anniversary. Keep looking at each other with that love shining through in that wedding photo that sealed the moment… perfectly. Love and Duas. Always.”
From “Tashan” to Timeless
Saif and Kareena’s story is as modern as it is magical. The two reportedly fell in love during the filming of Tashan in 2008, a movie that might not have set the box office on fire but definitely sparked one of Bollywood’s most iconic romances. After dating for several years, they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on October 16, 2012.
Their relationship has always been refreshingly real. No over-the-top posturing, no prettied-up posing, just mutual respect, humor, and shared experiences that make them down-to-earth, despite their star power. Through the years, fans have watched them go through fame, family, and parenthood with poise.
Their sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jehangir Ali Khan (affectionately known as Jeh), are paparazzi darlings frequently seen with their celebrity parents, inheriting not only the genes but also the grace of Bollywood royalty.
A Contemporary Royal Romance
What makes Saif and Kareena such a lasting couple is not their glamorous existence or the fact that both of them are from who’s who families; it’s their individuality. Saif, the relaxed, thinking Pataudi prince, and Kareena, the energetic, no-filter Bollywood queen, balance each other out, and that is so rare and rejuvenating.
As Saba rightly teased, Saif’s laid-back, sometimes whimsical nature might test Kareena’s patience, but that’s also what keeps their relationship lively. It’s a dynamic that many couples can relate to: one is the planner, the other the philosopher; one is grounded, the other drifts. Together, they find equilibrium.
Kareena once described Saif as her “best decision,” while Saif called her “his home.” Over the years, they’ve supported each other through career highs, personal milestones, and parenthood’s delightful chaos.
What’s Next for the Power Couple
Both Saif and Kareena continue to balance their personal and professional lives seamlessly. Kareena, who was last seen in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, will next appear in Meghna Gulzar’s Daayra, alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran, in a crime-drama thriller already generating buzz.
Saif, meanwhile, was recently seen in Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins on Netflix, where his suave screen presence once again reminded fans why he remains one of Bollywood’s most versatile actors. His next release, Haiwaan, by director Priyadarshan and co-starring Akshay Kumar and Saiyami Kher, holds out the promise of another thrilling page in his life.
Still in Love, Still in Sync
Thirteen years down the line, Saif and Kareena bear testimony to the fact that love is not about lofty professions at times; it is as uncomplicated as being there, laughing together, and cuddling amidst the chaos.
Saba’s letter was something more than a sister’s letter; it was a peek at a connection forged in patience, teamwork, and good humor. “Time seems to have stood still,” she said, and perhaps the secret is that when love is real, it never gets old; it just goes deeper.