Kareena Kapoor Khan Celebrates 25 Glorious Years in Bollywood: “Forever to Go”
Kareena Kapoor Khan marked a stunning 25 years in Bollywood today, posting a heartfelt note on Instagram reflecting on her debut in Refugee and the journey since. From launching her career as a fresh-faced ingénue to becoming one of Indian cinema’s most enduring icons, Kareena’s silver jubilee is both nostalgic and inspiring.

Image Source: Instagram/kareenakapoorkhan
The Instagram Tribute
In her post, Kareena wrote:
“25 years of being in front of the camera... and loving every bit of it. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey. Refugee to now… and still forever to go.”
She shared a then-and-now collage, with a still from Refugee (2000) and a recent glam photo representing her transformation from debutante to diva.
A Legacy That Keeps Evolving
Kareena’s career has spanned genres, decades, and generations:
- Breakthrough roles: Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Chameli, Omkara
- Commercial hits: Jab We Met, 3 Idiots, Tanu Weds Manu Returns
- OTT debut: Jaane Jaan on Netflix
- Known for playing strong, flawed, and relatable female leads
From Poo to Preet to Kalindi, Kareena has been every version of every woman onscreen.
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Industry & Fan Tributes
- Karan Johar wrote: “My first heroine, my forever favorite”
- Alia Bhatt, Sara Ali Khan, and Sharmila Tagore sent messages praising her grace and longevity
- Fans flooded social media with #25YearsOfKareena and fan edits celebrating her most iconic scenes
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