Kareena Kapoor Khans Controversial Journey Through Bollywood
Kareena Kapoor Khan has faced numerous controversies throughout her career, from bold film posters to social media debates.
Mumbai, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : Kareena Kapoor Khan’s illustrious career in Bollywood has been marked not only by her success but also by a series of controversies. Known for her candid style and outspoken nature, she has often found herself at the center of public debates over various issues.
One notable incident occurred in 2009 when the poster for her film “Kurbaan” sparked outrage among Shiv Sena and other Hindu organizations. They claimed the poster was offensive to Maharashtra’s culture. During protests, Shiv Sena members attempted to deliver a saree to Kapoor at her home, but police intervened. In response, Kapoor defended the image, stating it was relevant to the film’s theme, which focused on terrorism and deep emotional struggles, asserting that it was neither vulgar nor obscene.
Another significant controversy took place in February 2012 at the Wasabi restaurant in Mumbai’s Taj Hotel. Kapoor was dining with her husband, Saif Ali Khan, and friends when a South African businessman, Iqbal Meer Sharma, complained about their noise. This led to a heated argument between Sharma and Khan, resulting in allegations of assault against Khan. He and his friends were briefly detained before being released on bail.
In January 2015, Kapoor’s image was controversially featured on the cover of “Himalaya Dhvani,” a magazine published by Durga Vahini. The cover depicted her face half-covered with a burqa, accompanied by the caption “Conversion means national conversion.” This was part of a campaign aimed at the ‘homecoming’ of Hindu women married to Muslim men, according to the magazine’s editor.
In April 2022, an advertisement for Malabar Gold featuring Kapoor created a stir when she appeared without a bindi, a traditional Hindu symbol, during the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. Critics on social media accused the advertisement of disregarding Hindu customs and traditions.
Most recently, in November 2026, social media buzzed over Kapoor’s close photos with Ori (Orhan Awatramani) amidst ongoing rumors about her husband Saif Ali Khan’s past marriage to Amrita Singh. The timing of these photos raised eyebrows and sparked discussions online.
Additionally, a legal controversy arose when Kapoor wore a 200-year-old royal pendant, believed to be linked to the heritage of Saif Ali Khan’s grandmother, during Diwali celebrations. The pendant, adorned with the verse “Ayat al-Kursi” from the Quran, led to criticism from Congress spokesperson Abbas Hafeez, who claimed it hurt the religious sentiments of the Muslim community. He demanded the removal of the post featuring the pendant and a public apology from Kapoor and her stylist.
Throughout her career, Kareena Kapoor Khan has continually navigated the complexities of fame, often finding herself at the intersection of art and societal expectations.
