Kareena Kapoor Khan has been in the film industry since she was 20. The actress, who is set to turn 44 this September, is gearing up for the release of her film, The Buckingham Murders. As the actress continues to stay relevant in the industry with her work, Kareena recently spoke about facing moments of insecurities as well as how she is dealing with ageism, in a new interview.
In an interview with Harper Bazaar, the Crew star was asked if she ever experienced moments of insecurity. To which, Kareena quickly replied, “I am very content with my life and career.” She further explained, “I have achieved everything I set out to, and I am happy that people around the world appreciate my work. I never had a burning ambition into Hollywood or act in English language films; my ambitions are about meaningful work and staying true to myself. I am ambitious, but I am also grounded in what I have and where I am.”
Kareena, who is known as a fashionista, also said that she would want people to know her through her work and not just her appearance. She said, “I have never chased that side of life. It’s just the way I am, and it’s changed a lot in the last decade. I am much happier and more comfortable in this space now.”
She added, “Today’s media landscape is different, with a lot of pressure to look perfect. However, staying true to oneself is what resonates. It’s rare to be genuinely yourself in a world that often demands perfection.”
Speaking about ageism, the Jab We Met actress shared how she has changed over the years. She said, “In my teens, I was just a Punjabi Kapoor, enjoying food and life without much concern. Transitioning to size zero for a role was never planned–it was just something I did. I never imagined it would spark such a craze. Today, I focus on feeling good and being comfortable with who I am.”
Talking about her age, the actress said, “Age is a part of beauty.” She explained, “It’s not about fighting lines or trying to look younger; it’s about embracing and loving the age you’re at. I’m 44 and have never felt better. I don’t feel the need for Botox or any cosmetic enhancements. My husband finds me sexy, my friends say I look amazing, and my films are thriving. I play roles that reflect my age and am proud of it. I want people to see me for who I am and appreciate that.”
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Kareena, who believed from the beginning that her talent and dedication would ensure she continues to get work, took care of herself, stayed fit, and focused on being the best version of herself. Bebo shared her approach to self-care and revealed its not just about diet and fitness. “Self-care means taking time for myself, whether it’s spending quality moments with friends, cooking with Saif, or simply enjoying a workout.”
She added, “It’s about feeling great, whether that’s through fitness routines or just being with my family. Nourishing my soul with a good meal, a heartfelt chat, or a bottle of wine is essential for me.” The Udta Punjab actress plans to keep acting well into her eighties.
Kareena Kapoor is all set to return to the big screen with Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders on September 13. The film, co-produced by the actress, is 70% in English and 30% in Hindi. Apart from the crime thriller, the actress will also be seen in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Returns, starring Ajay Devgn, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Arjun Kapoor.
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