The “2026 is the new 2016” trend has taken social media by storm, with users and celebrities alike sharing decade‑old photos, videos, and memories from 2016, a year many recall as a simpler, carefree time. Bollywood stars such as Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, Khushi Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, and Dia Mirza have all joined the viral nostalgia wave, delighting fans with personal throwbacks and contributing to the trend’s widespread popularity online.
Kareena Kapoor Khan shared throwback photos from 2016, titled The year of the bump revisiting her pregnancy with son Taimur and offering fans an intimate glimpse into that special phase.
Mumbai saw stars blend civic duty with visibility as actors voted in the 2026 BMC polls, their presence amplifying turnout conversations and highlighting responsibility, participation, and quiet democratic engagement nationwide.
In Bollywood, a name is often the first reinvention. Behind famous screen identities are personal birth names, changed for clarity, emotion, or destiny, shaping stardom long before the spotlight arrives.
Filmmaker Abhishek Chaubey believes performance outweighs polish, consistently favouring acting truth over star image, as seen in his gritty, character-driven work across Ishqiya and Udta Punjab and grounded cinematic realism.
Kareena Kapoor Khan reflected on a challenging 2025 marked by hardships and emotional moments, expressing gratitude for the strength that carried her family through. Welcoming 2026, the actress shared a message of hope, resilience and renewed passion for life and cinema.
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s latest workout video has gone viral, showcasing her strength, focus, and discipline, once again proving why she remains one of Bollywood’s most admired and consistent fitness icons.
Anupam Kher recently reunited with his Refugee co-star Kareena Kapoor on a flight and shared nostalgic selfies from their chance meeting. Praising her journey, the veteran actor said he has watched Kareena grow into a fine actress who remains hungry for great roles even after 25 years.
Kareena Kapoor Khan went viral after a video shared by Karan Johar showed her happily enjoying a samosa at son Taimur Ali Khan’s school annual day, brushing aside diet rules.
Saif Ali Khan recalled how Rani Mukerji once offered him dating advice during the early days of his relationship with Kareena Kapoor, encouraging him to approach it with maturity and trust.
Kareena Kapoor met football legend Lionel Messi in Mumbai along with her sons Taimur and Jehangir Ali Khan during his GOAT India Tour 2025, with pictures and videos from the meet quickly going viral. The actress had earlier shared a glimpse of her boys gearing up to meet their idol, as Messi’s visit sparked massive excitement among fans across the city.
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt were spotted returning to Mumbai with their daughter Raha after a short winter getaway, with Kareena Kapoor and son Jeh also joining them at the private airport. Paparazzi videos showing Ranbir holding Raha close and greeting photographers have since gone viral on social media.
Football legend Lionel Messi is currently in India for his G.O.A.T India Tour 2025, and reports suggest Kareena Kapoor is set to meet him in Mumbai on December 14. The news has excited fans, especially after Messi’s viral meeting with Shah Rukh Khan in Kolkata.
Director Meghna Gulzar has announced that the final shooting schedule of her upcoming film Daayra, featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is now underway, signalling that the project is nearing completion.
Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor celebrated Guru Nanak Jayanti by visiting Gurudwara Pothohar Nagar in Santacruz West, Mumbai, with her sons Taimur and Jeh. She offered prayers and shared festive greetings with her fans on social media.
Netflix’s upcoming documentary Dining With The Kapoors, premiering November 21, 2025, celebrates the legendary Kapoor family’s cinematic legacy, heartwarming traditions, and love for food, spanning generations from Prithviraj to Ranbir, Kareena, and Karisma.
Bollywood icon Kareena Kapoor Khan represented UNICEF India at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-final between India and Australia, cheering for Team India while promoting UNICEF’s #ForEveryChild and #PromiseToChildren initiatives for equality and opportunity.
Veteran actor Satish Shah passed away at the age of 74. Bollywood stars including Chunky Panday, Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and Hrithik Roshan paid heartfelt tributes, remembering his humour, legacy, and immense contribution to cinema and television.
Malaika Arora celebrated her 52nd birthday with heartfelt wishes from friends and family, including a special message from best friend Kareena Kapoor. Kareena shared a throwback black-and-white photo of the duo twinning in all-white and called Malaika her “Golden Girl,” wishing her the “bestest” birthday ever.
Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt and Bipasha Basu lit up Diwali 2025 with stunning outfits, festive family moments, and dazzling home decorations, sharing the celebrations with their fans.
Kareena Kapoor Khan gave fans a peek into her low-key Diwali celebrations with Saif Ali Khan and their sons, Taimur and Jeh. The Bollywood star shared adorable glimpses from their festive day, showing how the family enjoyed the festival in a cozy, playful setting.
Alia Bhatt treated fans to a glimpse of the Kapoor family’s pre-Diwali celebrations, posing alongside Neetu, Kareena, and Karisma Kapoor. She shined in a golden-embroidered saree, adding her own festive flair to the family “fam jam x diwali glam.”
Alia Bhatt stunned in a shimmering gold saree alongside sisters-in-law Kareena and Karisma Kapoor at the Kapoor family’s Dhanteras gathering. Candid and coordinated photos captured the warmth, glamour, and festive spirit of the family’s pre-Diwali celebrations.
As Diwali festivities light up Bollywood, Ibrahim Ali Khan melted hearts by sharing a wholesome photo with his younger half-brothers, Taimur and Jeh. The trio looked adorable together, with fans gushing over their charming “brother goals” moment.
Saba Pataudi hits back at an online troll for making an unwarranted comment about her relationship with sister-in-law Kareena Kapoor Khan.