One of Bollywood's most adored couples, Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, have a romance that continues to captivate fans. In a recent revealing interview, Saif opened up about the less-than-perfect emotions he navigated during the early days of their now-celebrated relationship.
From Tashan to Forever: A Timeline of Love
The foundation of their story was laid on the sets of the 2008 film 'Tashan'. After dating for several years, the couple made their union official, tying the knot in a private ceremony on 16 October 2012. Their family has since grown with the arrival of two sons: Taimur Ali Khan in 2016 and Jehangir Ali Khan in 2021.
Confronting Insecurity: Saif's Candid Confession
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Saif Ali Khan admitted to facing personal challenges when his relationship with Kareena was new. The actor, known for films like 'Dil Chahta Hai' and 'Omkara', revealed he struggled with jealousy.
"In the beginning, I wasn’t very easy to deal with," Saif confessed. "Maybe I was a bit jealous and unsure of how to react to her working with other men. It was all new. These are emotions you need to process maturely, and you need a lot of trust and belief in each other."
He elaborated on the unique dynamic of two actors being in a relationship, a scenario unfamiliar to him. "Normally, I had gone out with girls who had nothing to do with movies as such. The one that struck me was that my rivals would be her allies, and I was like, ‘How do you work that?’" He concluded, however, that "love triumphs that."
Praise for His Partner: Kareena's Balancing Act
Despite those initial hurdles, Saif's admiration for his wife is profound. He praised Kareena's remarkable ability to excel in both her professional and personal roles.
"She is able to work and be this, whatever she wants to be as an actor and a star and what drives her. But another side of her wants to be a mother and a wife, and a homemaker," he observed. He considers them fortunate to share aligned life goals, even while playing different roles.
His accolades for Kareena were effusive. "She truly is an incredible, incredible woman. I’m so lucky to be with her because she’s one of the most patient and loving people I’ve met... She makes a wonderful home for us. She has lovely ideas, and she’s a creative person with her parts in front of the camera, but equally creative with us."
On the Work Front: What's Next for Saif?
Professionally, Saif Ali Khan was recently seen in the OTT action thriller 'Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins', co-starring Jaideep Ahlawat. The film was directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. His next project is director Priyadarshan's 'Haiwan', which will see him sharing screen space once again with Akshay Kumar.
The journey of Saif and Kareena, from tentative beginnings to a strong family unit, remains a testament to navigating fame, insecurity, and ultimately, building a life grounded in mutual respect and love.
