“Decades Later, the Fire Still Burns: Kareena Kapoor vs. Priyanka Chopra—Bollywood’s Fiercest Rivalry Just Got Personal Again”
By Bollywood Exposé Weekly | July 15, 2025

Bollywood has seen countless rivalries.
From Rekha vs. Jaya to Deepika vs. Katrina—but none have endured quite like this one: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

It’s been over 20 years since both women entered the film industry, but if anyone thought age, success, or global fame would cool the tension—they were wrong. Dead wrong.

At a recent luxury brand launch event in Mumbai, what began as a dazzling night quickly turned icy when Kareena Kapoor threw a thinly veiled dig at Priyanka Chopra—on stage, in front of hundreds of guests and rolling cameras.

Now, the feud that once simmered behind closed doors has exploded back into the public eye—with fans, media, and even industry insiders taking sides.

The Event That Reignited It All

Held at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, the event was meant to celebrate women in fashion and film. Dressed in gold and oozing royalty, Kareena Kapoor took the mic to address the crowd during a tribute to “trailblazing Indian actresses on the global stage.”

But what came out of her mouth next stunned the room:

“I believe success isn’t about fleeing to Hollywood and doing two episodes of a show. It’s about holding your ground here, where your roots are.”

Gasps were audible. Eyebrows raised. And within seconds, everyone knew exactly who the comment was aimed at.

Priyanka Chopra, now a global icon and star of Citadel, Quantico, and multiple Hollywood films, had just become the center of a fresh storm—again.

A Rivalry Etched in Time

This isn’t the first time these two powerhouses have clashed.

In the mid-2000s, both actresses competed for the same roles, the same awards, and the same headlines. The tension peaked when they starred opposite Shah Rukh Khan in different projects, fueling endless tabloid speculation and rumored jealousy.

Years later, during a Koffee with Karan episode, Kareena famously asked, “Where does Priyanka get her accent from?”—a statement that Priyanka clapped back at with: “The same place your boyfriend gets it from.”

Since then, things have been icy, even though both have carefully avoided direct confrontation—until now.

Priyanka’s Reaction: Classy or Calculated?

Sources say Priyanka, who is currently in Mumbai for a UNICEF charity project, was not in attendance at the event—but heard about the remark within hours.

Her response? A cryptic Instagram story featuring a photo of her in New York, with the caption:

“When they go low, I fly even higher. 💫”

No name. No direct comment. But the internet got the message loud and clear.

One fan tweeted:

“Kareena’s stuck in 2005. Priyanka’s out here taking meetings with Marvel.”

Another wrote:

“This isn’t a rivalry anymore—it’s insecurity dressed as sass.”

Industry Reactions: Divided and Defensive

The incident has caused a stir within Bollywood circles. Some stars have reportedly messaged Priyanka privately, expressing support, while others are staying neutral to avoid the storm.

A prominent director (speaking anonymously) said:

“There’s always been tension. Kareena doesn’t like losing the spotlight, and Priyanka… well, she took the spotlight and ran with it.”

Others argue Kareena was simply defending the value of Indian cinema over chasing Hollywood dreams.
Actress Kangana Ranaut chimed in (predictably), tweeting:

“Both are overrated. Real art lives in India. Not in red carpets abroad.”

Why This Rivalry Still Matters

Unlike other celebrity feuds that fade away, this one has endured because both women are alpha icons in their own right. Kareena, Bollywood royalty, born into legacy. Priyanka, self-made, global, and constantly evolving.

They represent two different Indias.
One, rooted in tradition and homegrown stardom.
The other, ambitious, international, and fearless about breaking barriers.

And now, their tension is once again on full display—for a whole new generation to dissect and debate.

Final Thoughts: Is There Any Chance of Peace?

Not likely.

With Kareena’s boldness and Priyanka’s global rise continuing, the chances of a truce seem slim. Unless both stars decide to bury the past publicly, this feud is likely to keep flaring up every time one of them speaks—or simply exists.

For now, fans are watching with popcorn in hand, wondering:

Is this the Bollywood rivalry that will outlive them both?

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Priyanka Chopra and Kareena Kapoor had a tiff on this matter, even today there is a distance between the two due to this
Priyanka Chopra and Kareena Kapoor had a tiff on this matter, even today there is a distance between the two due to this
After this, things might have worked out between the two, but what Kareena said about Priyanka in a chat show increased the distance between the two even more. Actually, Kareena questioned Priyanka Chopra’s accent in Koffee with Karan. Kareena had said that where does Priyanka get such a fake accent from.
But despite having a grey shade role, Priyanka Chopra was praised a lot for this film and she got more praise than Kareena. After which, there was a slight distance between the two. If media reports are to be believed, Kareena could not digest so much praise for Priyanka even though she was in the lead role in the film.
However, after her relationship with Nick Jonas, Priyanka had reached Koffee with Karan along with Kareena Kapoor, where they were seen commenting on each other many times during the conversation.
Both Priyanka Chopra and Kareena Kapoor entered Bollywood in this new century. And today both have proved themselves in their respective places. While Kareena Kapoor has become a well-known Bollywood actress, Priyanka Chopra has made her mark from Bollywood to Hollywood.

However, later Priyanka also gave a befitting reply to Kareena on this. In the show Coffee with Karan, Priyanka said that she also gets this accent from where Kareena’s lover (Saif Ali Khan) gets it. But from that day onwards the gap between the two increased and has increased till today.