Kareena Kapoor Khan truly knows how to own a room, and this Diwali was no exception. The Bollywood superstar stepped out in a breathtaking festive ensemble that blended modern luxury with historic royalty. Styled by Rhea Kapoor, Kareena opted for a sophisticated kaftan designed by Punit Balana, which featured intricate real silver (chandi ka kaam) embroidery. However, it was her accessories that stole the show, as she channeled her inner Begum by wearing a striking turban accented with a historic kalgi.
The fashion choice became an instant talking point after popular fashion critic DietSabya shared a closer look at the accessory. The jeweled brooch, shaped like the Prince of Wales’s feathers, is a treasured Bhopal heirloom. It is believed that Saif Ali Khan inherited the piece from his grandmother, Sajida Sultan, who received it from her father, the former Nawab of Bhopal, Hamidullah Khan. The piece holds significant historical value, having been worn by the Nawab during his time as the Honorary ADC to the Prince of Wales in the early 1920s. Saif himself has been spotted wearing the same piece in the past, making Kareena’s tribute to the Pataudi legacy all the more special.
Beyond the glitz and glamour of her Diwali look, Kareena and Saif have recently been in the spotlight for a much more intense reason. During a candid appearance on Koffee With Karan 9, the couple opened up about a harrowing incident from January 2025, when an intruder entered their home and attacked Saif. Kareena recalled the terrifying moments of trying to get her bleeding husband to the hospital in the middle of the night, even admitting she ran onto the street in her nightwear to flag down a rickshaw. The actor also shared the heartbreaking memory of their son Taimur witnessing the ordeal and innocently asking if his father was going to die. Despite the trauma, the couple shared how they managed to navigate the life-threatening situation together.