Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan's embrace at the IIFA 2025 press conference garnered significant attention for various reasons. Fans, who had not witnessed such closeness between the two in public for over a decade, were particularly intrigued. Nevertheless, Shahid downplayed the significance of the gesture, asserting that there is 'nothing new' about the hug, as it occurs frequently. He elaborated on this during the press conference...

Shahid Kapoor asserts that the hug with Kareena Kapoor Khan is 'nothing new.'

While fans may have only recently taken notice, Shahid revealed that he regularly encounters Kareena at various events. He mentioned to the media that they often greet each other with a hug, dismissing it as 'completely normal.' Shahid stated, "For us, it's nothing new. We met on stage today, but we often run into each other."

Shahid Kapoor not surprised by the hug

In contrast to the perception among netizens that Shahid was taken aback by the embrace, the actor described the hug as entirely ordinary and elaborated on his feelings during that moment. "If people felt nice, it's nice," he remarked regarding the public's positive reactions to the widely circulated incident.

Shahid Kapoor-Kareena Kapoor Khan's viral hug

Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan's memorable hug occurred at the IIFA 2024-25 press conference in Jaipur. Kareena initiated the hug, to which Shahid responded with a warm embrace. This interaction preceded Kareena's affectionate hug with her close friend Karan Johar. Observers were astonished, as Shahid and Kareena typically exhibit a more distant demeanor in public. Nevertheless, the impact of their viral hug resonated widely.

Netizens demanding Jab We Met 2

The viral hug has generated significant enthusiasm among netizens, prompting many to call for a sequel to Jab We Met 2. The original film, directed by Imtiaz Ali, starred Kareena Kapoor as Geet and Shahid Kapoor as Aditya, with both actors having left a lasting impression in their respective roles. Now that they have resumed a friendly rapport in public, the excitement among fans has intensified. They are openly expressing their desire for a sequel to Jab We Met, although it remains uncertain whether such a project will come to fruition.

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