- Friday, June 27, 2025
By: Vibhuti Pathak
Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal recently came together for an engaging interview with The Hollywood Reporter, offering fans a glimpse into their personal lives and shared experiences. The conversation naturally turned to Katrina Kaif, Vicky’s wife, and her unique dietary habits, as well as Kareena’s own approach to food during her iconic size zero phase for the film Tashan (2008).
Kareena and Vicky Reflect on Katrina Kaif’s Salmon Diet
During the interview, Kareena Kapoor Khan spoke about the influence of Punjabi food culture on her eating habits. She said, “These Punjabis, I have that gene yaar. I mean you and your wife, you don’t eat only. I think she’s made you like that. You’re also only eating salmon fish. Because there was a point when Kat was like I think only eating salmon, like that’s all she ate.”
Vicky Kaushal chimed in, adding more context to Katrina’s diet during a particular phase in her career. “Yeah, I think it was her Dhoom phase or something, where, I hear stories that Aamir and Katrina both were on just salmon and vegetables.”
Kareena’s Love for Aloo Paratha
Kareena Kapoor Khan also shared her unabashed love for comfort food, particularly aloo paratha with white butter. She revealed, “I need aloo paratha every few days with white butter, no matter what!” Both Kareena and Vicky discussed how food plays an emotional role in their lives, even celebrities have their favorite indulgences and cravings.
Revisiting Kareena’s Size Zero Phase During Tashan
The conversation took an interesting turn when Kareena recalled her size zero phase for the 2008 film Tashan. Contrary to popular belief about strict dieting, Kareena surprised Vicky by saying, “I did naa Tashan. But I used to eat paratha for breakfast during Tashan also. Yes! I was never on this orange juice size zero diet. I was always like, like it was that, like you would calculate what all you eat naa. So yeah, taper down through the day. But in the morning you can eat like a good breakfast and stuff.”
Celebrating Milestones and Anticipating Collaborations
Kareena Kapoor Khan recently celebrated 25 years in the Hindi film industry, marking a remarkable milestone in her illustrious career. Vicky Kaushal, too, has completed a decade in Bollywood, establishing himself as a versatile and talented actor.
Fans have long hoped to see Kareena and Vicky share screen space. They almost did in 2020 with Karan Johar’s film Takht, but the project was shelved. As anticipation builds for future collaborations, this candid chat offers a delightful connection between the two stars beyond their professional lives.
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The conversation between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal offers a refreshing look at the personal side of Bollywood celebrities. From Katrina Kaif’s salmon diet to Kareena’s love for aloo paratha and her balanced approach during her size zero phase, the interview reveals the human side behind the glamour. Their openness about food, fitness, and emotions makes this exchange relatable and engaging for fans eagerly awaiting their next big projects.
