Kareena Kapoor

Kareena Kapoor Khan is an Indian actress popular for her work in the Bollywood film industry. She is the daughter of actors Randhir Kapoor and Babita, and the granddaughter of legendary actor Raj Kapoor. She made her acting debut in the 2000 war film Refugee and established herself further with roles in movies like the historical drama Aśoka and the melodrama Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... in 2001. The year 2004 marked a turning point for Kapoor when she played the role of a sex worker in the drama Chameli. She subsequently earned critical recognition for her portrayal of a riot victim in the 2004 drama, Dev. She’s acted in numerous other hit films since. Kapoor is the recipient of several awards, including six Filmfare Awards, and is one of Bollywood's most popular and highest-paid actresses. She’s also been working with UNICEF since 2014 to advocate for the education of girls and an increase in quality based education in India.