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Koffee With Karan 9: Saif Ali Khan was disturbed when Kareena Kapoor rejected 2 films with him
Updated On: 04 November, 2026 09:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Did you know? Saif Ali Khan was keen to work with Kareena Kapoor in these two films, but the actress had other plans. Karan Johar recalls Saif's reaction to her decision on Koffee With Karan season 9. Read on!

A still from Koffee With Karan season 9 promo
Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan are one of Bollywood's most loved couples. While the two have shared screen space in films like Tashan, Kurbaan and Agent Vinod, there have also been instances when Kareena turned down projects that could have featured her alongside Saif. During Koffee With Karan season 9, the couple revisited some interesting career decisions, including the films Kareena turned down.
When Kareena turned down films opposite Saif
Recalling how Saif reacted when Kareena rejected Kal Ho Naa Ho, host-filmmaker Karan Johar said, "I remember how disturbed you were when she said no to Kal Ho Naa Ho. Actually, he was really looking forward to working with you. I feel Race was also offered to you, which I feel was a really cool script. And she said, 'No, I am not doing anything right now.'" Kareena added, "It was destiny."


