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Saif Ali Khan reveals what could reunite him and wife Kareena Kapoor on screen and it has a Hollywood connection

Saif Ali Khan discussed about him and Kareena Kapoor not reuniting on screen for over a decade and revealed the kind of project they are waiting for.

Updated on: Jun 1, 2026, 16:09:03 IST
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Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor have impressed audiences with their chemistry in films such as Tashan, Agent Vinod and Kurbaan. However, it has been over a decade since they last shared the screen. In an interview with Variety India, Saif revealed the reason behind turning down joint scripts and what it would actually take to get them back together on set.

Saif Ali Khan reveals only condition to reunite with wife Kareena Kapoor on screen. (Photos: Instagram)
Saif Ali Khan reveals only condition to reunite with wife Kareena Kapoor on screen. (Photos: Instagram)

Saif Ali Khan on why he, and Kareena Kapoor haven't reunited on screen

Saif revealed that comfort is the biggest hurdle when it comes to working together. He said, "I think discomfort and conflict lead to good chemistry. Comfort and ease, especially if I'm more worried about her comfort — that's not a good way to act. I've always felt it's very easy to offer something boring. There's nothing as boring as a nice off-screen couple coming on screen together."

Saif said a reunion with Kareena is still possible, but only if the casting feels fresh and unexpected. He cited one of their Tata Play commercials, where Kareena played a domestic help and he played a driver, as an example of the kind of unconventional dynamic that works.

Talking about the kind of project that could break their decade-long hiatus from working together, Saif hinted at Hollywood inspirations, particularly the Netflix Murder Mystery franchise starring Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler. He said, "I keep thinking of that murder mystery which I saw Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler do. Husband and wife rekindling the excitement in their marriage through a murder mystery... that was kind of fun. So maybe there's something out there like that."

About Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's love story

Sparks flew between Saif and Kareena while shooting for Tashan in 2007-08, and their friendship soon blossomed into love. After dating for nearly five years, the couple tied the knot on October 16, 2012, in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai. Saif famously got Kareena's name tattooed on his forearm as a symbol of his commitment. They are now parents to two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan.

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's upcoming work

Saif is currently awaiting the release of his upcoming film Hum Hindustani. Directed by Rahul Dholakia, the film also stars Pratik Gandhi, Deepak Dobriyal, Mimi Chakraborty, Sarika and Shraddha Dangar in key roles. The film is scheduled to release on Netflix later this year. He also has Priyadarshan's Haiwaan in the pipeline, which stars Saiyami Kher and Akshay Kumar in pivotal roles.

Kareena, on the other hand, is awaiting the release of her upcoming film Daayra. Helmed by Meghna Gulzar, the film also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role. Filming has been completed, but the release date is yet to be announced.

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