"I Never Said I'll Only Do Films Where I Am The Hero"

At the Illuminati Films’ office, while I waited, I saw a plethora of wall-posters and frames of noteworthy Hollywood films and dialogues. There was a shelf dedicated to biographies and nonfiction novels. On the table were a few scripts and a stack of files. What caught my attention was a caricature toy of the famous Joker from The Dark Knight, perched on a table, carefully placed beside a giant LED TV. Soon, I was led to their home, just a couple of floors above. Their abode was tastefully done, adorned with interesting artifacts and relics from across the globe. Their palatial haven had the choicest of home décor, indeed, a true reflection of the regal couple’s personalities. I assumed a bunch of handlers hovering around and some protocol would follow. Far from that.

She may have a palpable starry aura and reputation for glamour, but behind this captivating, larger-than-life, glamorous entity is a brutally honest, real and upfront person. What you see is what you get, with her. She minces no words and speaks from the heart. In fact, she’s a lot like the characters she has essayed– feisty, frank, powerful, and full of life. If there’s a subject that interests her, you’ll have her complete attention. Or else, she is not very elaborative. But she’s quick to respond, expressive and animated. While she speaks, the glint in her eyes is arresting. The sparkly vibe around her is warm, likeable and infectious. There’s never a dull moment with Kareena Kapoor Khan. On a balmy noon, in the confines of her fashionable royal residence, Pooja Sharma meets the gorgeous actress for a long conversation

- Pooja Sharma

On the career front, you have taken an unconventional turn with Ki And Ka. What was your reason to choose the film? Were you at any point apprehensive of the concept?

When you work with R. Balki, you know it’s going to be different. It’s not going to be a run-of-the-mill kind of movie. And that is something I wanted to do, and was looking out to do. So I was very excited when he approached me. When I heard the script, at the interval point itself, I told him I am on board and am a part of the film.

What was working with Arjun Kapoor like? Did you feel awkward filming intimate scenes, considering he’s your junior?

No, because he’s also my friend. I’ve known him for the last 20 years. So I think we are friends first. Also, we are actors, and actors tend to play their parts on sets. We are both very professional and share a great relationship. So that helped the film and the kind of film it is.

What’s an admirable quality about the current crop of actors?

I think they are all really dedicated. They are quite into their work and ready to do anything for work. It’s a great attitude to have. Also, they come well prepared. They have good energies, that’s the most important factor.

Who do you find most promising of the lot? Tell us one name you’d like to work with.