In the world of Bollywood, rivalries and friendships often grab headlines, especially when two big stars are involved.

One such infamous feud is the long-standing conflict between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Bipasha Basu, which dates back to 2001 during the shooting of their film *Ajnabee*. Directed by Abbas-Mustan and co-starring Akshay Kumar and Bobby Deol, this movie set became the stage for a major catfight between the two leading ladies, and it wasn’t just about screen time or dialogues—it was about fashion, comments, and a personal vendetta.

The tension reportedly started when Bipasha Basu made some unpleasant remarks about Kareena Kapoor’s outfits. At the time, Kareena, who is fondly called Bebo, was quite close to the famous Bollywood designer Manish Malhotra. Manish had been styling Kareena and was a part of her inner circle. According to sources, Bipasha sought help from Manish Malhotra for her own wardrobe on the sets of *Ajnabee*. This move didn’t sit well with Kareena, who saw it as an intrusion into her close-knit relationship with the designer. Kareena, known for her fiery temper, didn’t hold back and reportedly called Bipasha a “kaali billi” (black cat) in a fit of rage. This name-calling sparked what would become a long-lasting rivalry between the two actresses.

Things escalated further when Kareena appeared on the popular talk show *Koffee with Karan*, hosted by Karan Johar. During her appearance, Kareena made a snide remark about Bipasha’s then-boyfriend, John Abraham, calling him “expressionless.” This comment added fuel to the fire, and the feud between the two actresses intensified. Kareena’s unapologetic attitude, combined with her bold statements, further widened the gap between the two, and it seemed like neither of them would reconcile anytime soon.

For years, Kareena and Bipasha avoided each other at events and didn’t speak publicly about their differences. However, fate had other plans. In 2008, Bipasha starred alongside Saif Ali Khan, Kareena’s then-boyfriend (now husband), in the action-thriller film *Race*. During the filming of *Race*, Saif and Bipasha reportedly became good friends, which put Kareena in an awkward position. Since Saif and Bebo were in a serious relationship, she had little choice but to make peace with Bipasha for the sake of maintaining harmony in their social circle.

Although there was no official public apology or grand reconciliation, the two actresses seem to have moved past their differences. In interviews over the years, they have both downplayed the incident, with Kareena focusing more on her evolving career and personal life, while Bipasha shifted attention to her marriage with actor Karan Singh Grover and other professional endeavors. The Bollywood grapevine suggests that while they may not be best friends, they have chosen to bury the hatchet and move on from their past rivalry.

The feud between Kareena Kapoor and Bipasha Basu is a classic example of how tensions between Bollywood stars can escalate due to personal differences, egos, and competitive spirit. Both Kareena and Bipasha were rising stars at the time, eager to make their mark in the industry, and it’s not uncommon for such clashes to occur in such a competitive environment. Over time, both actresses have carved out successful careers, and their feud has become a distant memory for many Bollywood fans.

What’s interesting is how relationships in Bollywood can evolve over time. The once bitter rivalry between Kareena and Bipasha eventually thawed, thanks to Saif Ali Khan’s friendship with Bipasha. This goes to show that in an industry as dynamic as Bollywood, no feud lasts forever. Friendships, rivalries, and reconciliations are all part of the complex and ever-changing landscape of stardom.

In the end, Kareena and Bipasha’s feud is just one of many examples of how personal dynamics in Bollywood can sometimes spill over into the public eye, but as with most celebrity feuds, time has a way of healing old wounds. Today, both actresses have moved on to newer and bigger projects, leaving their past behind.