In a candid and unusual interview, Soha Ali Khan, actress and author, spoke out about her relationship with her sister-in-law and Bollywood legend Kareena Kapoor Khan. In a conversation with Zoom as part of the promotions for her newly released wellness podcast, All About Her, Soha talked of anecdotes that provided a peek into the human aspect of their family life, one often shrouded in the glamour of Bollywood.
The Unconventional Introduction
Soha fondly recalled the moment her brother, Saif Ali Khan, first told her he was dating Kareena. At the time, she was on a shoot when she got a call from Saif. “He said, ‘I just wanted to let you know that my girlfriend is two years younger than you.’ That was pretty much my introduction to Kareena,” she laughed.
While it may not have been the most traditional way to introduce a partner, it certainly left an impression. “I just said, ‘Okay, great.’ I didn’t think too much of it back then.”
But behind that lighthearted first reaction was a mix of curiosity and caution. After all, Kareena was already a huge star, one of the most recognizable faces in the industry. “When you meet someone who’s a superstar, there’s this tendency to form preconceptions about how they might be in real life. But I’ve never been someone who jumps to conclusions,” Soha said. “I’ve met enough people to know that until you sit down with someone, talk to them, and understand them, you really don’t know them at all.”
Growing Into the Relationship
As with any new relationship in a family, bonding takes time. Soha admitted that while the first few meetings with Kareena were cordial, they didn’t instantly click.
“It took time to get to know each other. Some relationships are like that; they don’t start instantly warm or close. You need time, trust, and shared experiences to really connect. And that’s exactly what happened with Kareena and me.”
Over the past decade, the two women have built a close and respectful bond. “There have been several moments over the last 10 to 12 years that have brought us closer,” Soha said, without going into too much detail. “These shared experiences helped shape the connection we have today.”
Kareena: The Wise One Behind the Glamour
Kareena Kapoor Khan may be famous for her impeccable style, glamorous film career, and her always-in-the-know reputation in B-town circles, but Soha was quick to point out there’s far more to her than meets the eye.
“She’s known for knowing everything about everyone,” Soha said with a smile, “and yes, she is a bit of an encyclopedia when it comes to Bollywood buzz. But she’s also fiercely protective of her sources; she’ll only share what she wants to. It’s honestly impressive how she manages it all.”
But more importantly, Soha emphasized that Kareena’s true strength lies beyond the gossip. “There is a lot of wisdom in her. She has depth. She gives sound advice, she listens, and she’s grounded in a way that many people might not expect.”
“She’s someone I can message even at midnight if I need to talk. That’s the kind of person she is—always there when it matters.”
Family First
Kareena and Saif, who have been married since 2012, share two sons, Taimur, 8, and Jeh, 4, and are one of Bollywood’s most-watched families. Soha, a mother herself, often spends time with them during family get-togethers, holidays, and special occasions. Though the world may catch a glimpse of the glamorous Kapoor-Khan family, Soha’s observations reveal a more down-to-earth, family-oriented relationship in private.
Her new podcast, All About Her, delves into wellness, womanhood, and the multiple layers of what it means to be a modern Indian woman. In a way, her musings about Kareena are also in keeping with the theme of the podcast that all women have a tale so much more complex than people think.
As Soha herself said, “I hope I never thought that Kareena was just a fountain of gossip. That would’ve been an unfair judgment because she’s so much more than that.”
Final Thoughts
Behind every news headline, there is a human story, one of transformation, connection, and changing relationships. Soha Ali Khan’s touching musings on her friendship with Kareena Kapoor Khan remind us that even in Bollywood’s hyper-competitive world, friendships are constructed on the same basis as everywhere else: time, trust, and a little patience.
Whether it’s midnight chats, home moments spent, or surprise wisdom, it is clear that Soha and Kareena have found their rhythm as a family, perhaps, but as women who respect and value each other.