Bollywood enthusiasts were left in a nostalgic frenzy as actors Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor engaged in a brief conversation at the IIFA 2025 press conference in Jaipur. The moment instantly went viral, evoking memories of their on-screen chemistry in Jab We Met (2007), particularly the iconic song Ye Ishq Haye that remains a fan favorite to this day.
The two actors, who were once one of the most talked-about couples in Bollywood, had a highly publicized relationship that ended years ago. However, their unexpected exchange at the event reignited nostalgia among fans, making them reminisce about the past. Despite the social media buzz, Shahid Kapoor was quick to downplay the hype, addressing the interaction with poise.
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“For us, it’s nothing new. Aaj stage par mile, aur idhar udhar milte rehte hain (We met on stage today, and we keep running into each other here and there), so it’s totally normal for us. If people felt nice, it’s nice,” he said, putting an end to any speculation.
Both actors have since moved forward in their personal and professional lives. Shahid Kapoor is happily married to Mira Rajput and is a proud father of two children, while Kareena Kapoor is married to actor Saif Ali Khan and has two sons. Despite their history, both stars have maintained professionalism in the industry. They even shared screen space in Udta Punjab after a long hiatus, proving that their past has not affected their professional choices.
The IIFA 2025 press conference may have lasted only a few moments, but it was enough to send Bollywood fans down memory lane, cherishing the golden days of one of Bollywood’s most beloved former couples.
Here’s how social media users reacted:
It seemed Shahid was waiting for Kareena to start the conversation. When Kareena tapped his shoulder the way he thrillingly turned around and looked at her like an exciting kid 💓
Exs being comfortable in public is so soothing to look up to.#ShahidKapoor #KareenaKapoorKhan pic.twitter.com/1IzhlxvVLN— SATYAJIT (@vegbiriyani) March 8, 2025
jab we met again ft. kareena kapoor and shahid kapoor pic.twitter.com/DorN9I3I0r
— 𝐚 • (@booksb4looks) March 8, 2025
Shahid Kapoor’s wife must have felt jealous the way he was looking at her smiling, laughing and chatting with his ex. If it were me, he would have spent night outside the house after seeing that clip 💀😭😂
— 𝐀𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐚 (@SunoAisha_) March 8, 2025
Shahid Kapoor has shown everyone how a true gentleman should behave.
After his breakup with Kareena Kapoor, he never tried to contact her. He always ignored Kareena at award functions and Bollywood parties and never even made eye contact with her.
Meanwhile, during all this, he… pic.twitter.com/qJSaP5oUVg
— Dr Nimo Yadav 2.0 (@niiravmodi) March 8, 2025
Shahid kapoor and Kareena kapoor healed an entire generation 😍🥲❤ Yesterday. #ShahidKapoor #KareenaKapoor #shahidkapoorAndKareenaKapoor #JabWeMet pic.twitter.com/SbVMEZlhXc
— Nee (@Nee12alive) March 9, 2025