Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor’s latest public interaction has caught the internet’s attention, with social media users celebrating the nostalgia surrounding their much-loved pairing in Jab We Met.
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Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor’s warm hug at IIFA wins hearts (PC: Instagram)
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shahid Kapoor have once again caught fans’ attention with their friendly interaction at an IIFA eventThe two actors greeted each other with a warm hug on Thursday, October 22A video of their meeting soon started circulating on social media, bringing back memories of their popular film Jab We MetFans were happy to see the former co-stars together and many called the moment a ‘Jab We Met 2.0’ reunionTheir interaction has once again reminded viewers of the film’s lasting popularity and the special place it holds in the hearts of Bollywood fans.
Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor hug at IIFA
Kareena and Shahid were seen hugging each other at the eventKareena wore a black leather top with a matching skirt while Shahid arrived in a white suitTheir friendly interaction was captured on video and soon became a talking point online.
The moment reminded fans of their roles as Geet and Aditya in Jab We Met, helmed by Imtiaz AliReleased in 2007, the romantic film remains popular for its story, music and memorable dialoguesMany fans continue to revisit the film and enjoy the pairing of its lead actors.
See viral video from the IIFA ceremony here
Fans call their reunion a ‘Jab We Met 2.0’ moment
Soon after the video surfaced online, fans began sharing their reactionsMany were happy to see Kareena and Shahid sharing a warm moment at the eventOne user on Instagram wrote, “I am getting so emotional to seeing this,” while another called it a “Jab We Met 2.0” moment.
Other users also praised the actors for moving forward in life while sharing a cordial bondOne comment read, “Stepping into maturity and accepting the past and future is so beautiful.” Another user wrote, “They have handled their breakup with such dignity, that’s the reason they can hug each other now and can be happy for each other from their respective space.”
The reactions showed that fans were not only excited to see the former couple together but also appreciated the way they appeared comfortable with each otherFor many, their hug was a reminder that people can move on from the past and maintain mutual respect.
See fans comments on viral video here
Kareena and Shahid reunited at an event last year
This is not the first time Kareena and Shahid have made headlines for meeting in publicLast year, the two actors reunited on stage at an IIFA conference in JaipurTheir conversation also caught attention online, with fans remembering their work together in Jab We MetThe film continues to be a favourite among viewers, and moments like these often bring back memories of the characters and their journey on screen.
A hug that speaks volumes! Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor sharing a sweet moment at IIFA 2025 in Jaipur, proving that old bonds never fadeAnd of course, they’re not alone—stars everywhere lighting up the night! ✨
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— Masala! (@masalauae) March 8, 2025
Kareena and Shahid’s lives after Jab We Met
Kareena and Shahid ended their relationship in 2007, around the time Jab We Met was nearing completionKareena later married actor Saif Ali KhanThe couple has two sons, Taimur and JehShahid is married to Mira Rajput and they have two children, Misha and Zain.
Both actors have continued to work across films and streaming platformsKareena recently appeared as DCP Ajooni Kohli in Meghna Gulzar’s crime thriller Daayra, which also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Shahid was recently seen in Cocktail 2, a romantic comedy-drama directed by Homi Adajania. The film also features Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. It was released in theatres on June 19, 2026, and later arrived on Netflix on August 14Shahid has also wrapped up filming for Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK’s most awaited Farzi Season 2, where he will return as Sunny in the crime-thriller series on Amazon Prime Video.
