When Kareena Kapoor allegedly slapped Bipasha Basu and called her 'Kaali Billi' during Ajnabee shoot

In Bollywood, friendships between actresses often seem short-lived, and many are known more for rivalries than bonds. A notable clash occurred in 2001 during the shoot of Ajnabee, when tensions flared between its leading ladies, Bipasha Basu and Kareena Kapoor. The two reportedly didn’t get along from the start, with Kareena allegedly making harsh remarks about Bipasha, sparking headlines and public chatter.

The Origin of the Fallout: Stylist Drama
The fallout between Bipasha and Kareena reportedly began when Bipasha used Kareena’s stylist, Vikram Phadnis, without informing her. This led to a major argument on set. The situation allegedly escalated to the point where Kareena slapped Bipasha and made a derogatory remark, calling her "Kaali Billi." In response, Bipasha criticised Kareena’s behaviour as childish and vowed never to work with her again.

Kareena’s Humorous Take on the ‘Kaali Billi’ Comment
Kareena once appeared on Rajat Sharma’s show Aap Ki Adalat, where her much-talked-about feud with Bipasha came up. When host Rajat Sharma mentioned the alleged "kaali billi" comment Kareena had made about Bipasha, the actress didn’t deny the claim. Instead, with her trademark sass, she replied, “Toh main safed billi hoon,” subtly acknowledging the remark while brushing it off with humour.


A Mountain Out of a Molehill
Bipasha later addressed the fallout, calling it an overblown issue. She said she was unfairly dragged into the drama, explaining that the real problem was between Kareena and the designer, not her. Describing the whole situation as childish, Bipasha downplayed the conflict, saying it was making a mountain out of a molehill.



Bipasha Basu: From Ajnabee to Bollywood Stardom
Bipasha made her acting debut in 2001 with Ajnabee alongside Akshay Kumar and gained recognition with the horror hit Raaz. However, it was Pooja Bhatt’s erotic thriller Jism that became one of her most iconic roles. With successful films like No Entry, Dhoom 2, Corporate, and Race, Bipasha secured a lasting place in Bollywood and in the hearts of audiences.



Kareena Kapoor: The Unstoppable Bollywood Icon
On the other hand, Kareena debuted with Refugee opposite Abhishek Bachchan and has been unstoppable since. Known for powerful performances in films like Omkara, Jab We Met, Udta Punjab, and Chameli, Kareena’s unstoppable style and charm have made her a Bollywood icon.


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