Mumbai: Famous Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan is one of the most popular actresses in the industry today. Before making her mark in films, Kareena also studied at the prestigious Harvard University. However, later in life, her film career took a different path. Kareena once spoke candidly about her Harvard experience and her family’s reaction on the TV show “Rendezvous with Simi Garewal.”
The family was shocked to hear the news of her Harvard admission
During the show, Simi Garewal told Kareena that for the Kapoor family, her going to Harvard was a bigger achievement than winning an Oscar. Kareena agreed, saying it was a very special moment for her family.
Kareena explained that her family was very excited when she arrived at Harvard. Everyone was talking about the fact that their daughter had gone to study at the prestigious university. She jokingly said that people were surprised that a girl from the Kapoor family had made it to Harvard.
According to Kareena, the family celebrated her achievement and everyone was very excited about the news
The opportunity to live in America for three months
During the conversation, Kareena explained that going to Harvard was a very different experience for her. She said that her mother and sister probably wouldn’t have allowed her to go to America alone and live there for three months, but the opportunity to study at Harvard made it possible.
Kareena studied Microcomputers and Information Technology at Harvard. She explained that she handled everything from filling out admission forms to making other preparations.
Nights were spent completing assignments instead of partying
Recalling her Harvard days, Kareena said that she initially thought she would have a lot of fun there, but the reality was quite different from her expectations.
She said that she often had to stay up until 4 a.m. to complete assignments. Kareena also revealed that she had asked her parents to buy her a computer, but later didn’t even use it.
Made Bollywood Debut in 2000
Kareena Kapoor made her Bollywood debut in 2000 with the film “Refugee.” She starred alongside Abhishek Bachchan in this film. After this, she established a special identity in Hindi cinema with her acting.
In her career, Kareena has worked in films like “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,” “Chameli,” “Omkara,” “Khushi,” “Jab We Met,” “Heroine,” and “3 Idiots.” Her diverse roles in these films were well-received by audiences, and she became one of Bollywood’s most sought-after actresses.