Kareena Kapoor’s 5 most iconic movie looks that still rule our fashion mood boards
From glam goddess Poo to undercover chic in Agent Vinod, Kareena Kapoor’s film fashion is legendary. These 5 looks are Bebo at her most iconic and stylish.
If Bollywood had a fashion queen, Kareena Kapoor would rule the throne; draped in sequins, strutting in stilettos, with a wind machine on standby. From college corridors to spy missions, every Bebo character has had a wardrobe that became the moment.

Samarpita Yashaswini is a Content Producer for Fashion (HT Shop Now) at Hindustan Times Digital. She has five years of experience in lifestyle writing, specialising in fashion, beauty, and trend-led commerce content. She covers everything from seasonal must-haves and wardrobe essentials to brand reviews and styling edits that make everyday dressing easier and more exciting.
She began her writing journey in 2020, but her love for fashion started long before that. Over the years, she has interned with Times Internet and Desi Martini, and worked with Pinkvilla and Schbang, building a strong foundation in digital storytelling and audience-first content. At HT Digital, she writes and creates fashion affiliate content for both the website and social media, blending trend awareness with shopping practicality. Her work sits at the intersection of style and strategy combined with equal parts aesthetic and analytics.
A self-confessed fashion enthusiast, Samarpita has a sharp eye for colours, prints, silhouettes, and textures. She notices the fall of a fabric, the mood of a palette, and the difference a good cut can make. Her expertise lies in translating trends into wearable, relatable style and helping readers shop smarter, not louder.
She studied at Delhi Public School and graduated from Miranda House, University of Delhi in 2019, where she also wrote for the college magazine. She later completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Advertising and PR from MICA, Ahmedabad.
Samarpita believes fashion content doesn’t need to be complicated or overly eloquent. It should be simple, fun, and genuinely helpful, guiding readers through daily style decisions with confidence and joy.
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She began her writing journey in 2020, but her love for fashion started long before that. Over the years, she has interned with Times Internet and Desi Martini, and worked with Pinkvilla and Schbang, building a strong foundation in digital storytelling and audience-first content. At HT Digital, she writes and creates fashion affiliate content for both the website and social media, blending trend awareness with shopping practicality. Her work sits at the intersection of style and strategy combined with equal parts aesthetic and analytics.
A self-confessed fashion enthusiast, Samarpita has a sharp eye for colours, prints, silhouettes, and textures. She notices the fall of a fabric, the mood of a palette, and the difference a good cut can make. Her expertise lies in translating trends into wearable, relatable style and helping readers shop smarter, not louder.
She studied at Delhi Public School and graduated from Miranda House, University of Delhi in 2019, where she also wrote for the college magazine. She later completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Advertising and PR from MICA, Ahmedabad.
Samarpita believes fashion content doesn’t need to be complicated or overly eloquent. It should be simple, fun, and genuinely helpful, guiding readers through daily style decisions with confidence and joy.
She dressed her way into pop culture history. Kareena Kapoor defined eras with her fashion. Let’s check out 5 unforgettable looks that gave Bollywood its most stylish chapters and fans their lifelong style crush.
1. Poo in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
She entered college like a Y2K fashion storm; metallic crop tops, fur-trimmed jackets, micro minis, and more sass than a runway can handle. Poo made pink cool, turned Diwali lehengas into fashion statements, and gave every teenage girl a new aesthetic to obsess over. Her unapologetic glam is still unmatched.

2. Geet in Jab We Met
Nobody does comfy-cute quite like Geet. Long tees over patiala salwars, colourful dupattas, chunky bangles—her wardrobe screamed vibrant desi drama. Whether she was running away from home or dancing in the rain, Geet’s look felt effortlessly real and refreshingly stylish. A true icon of everyday fashion.

3. Mahi in Heroine
Mahi’s world was all about high drama and higher heels. Her fashion swung from glittering gowns to oversized sunglasses and sleek power dressing. It wasn’t just about looking good—it was about owning every room she walked into. Fierce, flawed, and fabulous, Mahi’s fashion was the emotional rollercoaster of her story.

4. Pooja in Tashan
Bebo’s transformation in Tashan became national news. Her size-zero look—low-rise jeans, bikinis, knotted tops—turned every scene into a style statement. Whether it was a desert chase or a poolside stroll, Pooja oozed confidence. This was Bebo at her boldest, giving India its first true taste of body-sculpted fashion.

5. Iram in Agent Vinod
Undercover never looked this good. Iram’s spy chic was all about trench coats, sleek sarees, and cool-toned minimalism. Her olive green drape and smoky eyes gave off serious femme fatale vibes. The styling was subtle yet commanding—a perfect balance of mystery and glamour.

Kareena she transforms clothes into pop culture landmarks. From playful desi to power glam, her onscreen fashion has inspired closets and conversations alike. In every look, she’s not just the heroine, she is the mood!
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ABOUT THE AUTHORSamarpita YashaswiniSamarpita Yashaswini is a Content Producer for Fashion (HT Shop Now) at Hindustan Times Digital. She has five years of experience in lifestyle writing, specialising in fashion, beauty, and trend-led commerce content. She covers everything from seasonal must-haves and wardrobe essentials to brand reviews and styling edits that make everyday dressing easier and more exciting. She began her writing journey in 2020, but her love for fashion started long before that. Over the years, she has interned with Times Internet and Desi Martini, and worked with Pinkvilla and Schbang, building a strong foundation in digital storytelling and audience-first content. At HT Digital, she writes and creates fashion affiliate content for both the website and social media, blending trend awareness with shopping practicality. Her work sits at the intersection of style and strategy combined with equal parts aesthetic and analytics. A self-confessed fashion enthusiast, Samarpita has a sharp eye for colours, prints, silhouettes, and textures. She notices the fall of a fabric, the mood of a palette, and the difference a good cut can make. Her expertise lies in translating trends into wearable, relatable style and helping readers shop smarter, not louder. She studied at Delhi Public School and graduated from Miranda House, University of Delhi in 2019, where she also wrote for the college magazine. She later completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Advertising and PR from MICA, Ahmedabad. Samarpita believes fashion content doesn’t need to be complicated or overly eloquent. It should be simple, fun, and genuinely helpful, guiding readers through daily style decisions with confidence and joy.Read More
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