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Bollywood is known for its glitzy parties, blockbuster rivalries and ever-changing equations. But behind all this, it has also given us some of the industry's
most endearing and heartwarming friendships. Ditching the scenes of professional rivalry, some stars have forged lasting relationships that transcend the film sets and red carpets. From best friends at the start of their careers to inseparable pals over the years, these celebrity pairs continue to demonstrate that real friendship can thrive in one of the world's most competitive entertainment industries. On Friendship Day, we take a look back at some of your favourite celeb BFFs and how they continue to give friendship goals, through thick and thin.
1. Juhi Chawla and Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla have one of the oldest friendships in Bollywood. The two stayed close after starring together in several hit movies in the 1990s. That friendship eventually turned into a business partnership when they became co-owners of the Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite their busy schedules, the duo has spoken many times about the trust and respect they have built up over decades.
2. Kareena Kapoor Khan and Amrita Arora
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Amrita Arora are one such best pairs of friends in Bollywood. You often see the pair together at birthday parties, casual brunches, family reunions and on vacation. Their friendship has stood the test of life, marriage, and motherhood. The fans often get a whiff of their candid moments together on social media.
3. Karan Johar and Kajol
Few friendships have seen as many ups and downs as the one between Kajol and Karan Johar. They collaborated on several iconic movies, had a very public falling out, and then eventually made up. Today they are friends again, warm and both acknowledging the importance of their long friendship despite past disagreements. Their reunion is still one of the most discussed friendship comebacks in Bollywood.
4. Alia Bhatt and Akansha Ranjan Kapoor
Alia Bhatt's childhood buddy Akansha Ranjan Kapoor. The duo was thick as thieves long before Alia became one of Bollywood's biggest stars. Their friendship continues to be prominent through vacations, celebrations, and frequent visits to each other's social media pages. Alia has opened up about Akansha being someone she can trust completely.
5. Arjun Kapoor and Ranveer Singh
Arjun Kapoor and Ranveer Singh have a very close friendship with a lot of humour, energy, and years of camaraderie. The duo first impressed the audiences during the promotions of their film Gunday together, but their bond is much more than just work. Their fun banter, prank-filled interviews, and public support of each other have earned them fan favourites. They still root for one another, even when they're competing for the big jobs.
6. Sonam Kapoor and Jacqueline Fernandez
Sonam Kapoor and Jacqueline Fernandez have been very good friends for years. The pair is often seen together at fashion events and have publicly spoken about supporting each other through personal and professional milestones. Their friendship is a reflection of the growing network of women in Bollywood who are collaborating, not competing.
7. Salman Khan and Sajid Nadiadwala
Salman Khan's friendship with Sajid Nadiadwala is decades-old. They've done a lot of movies together, and their relationship is more than just an actor and producer. Sajid says that Salman has always been there for him in tough times and continues to back many of Sajid’s projects. Their friendship has formed one of the strongest actor-filmmaker friendships in the industry.
These old bonds are as memorable for the fans as the films the celebrities do together, and it shows that beyond the glamour of Bollywood lies friendships born out of loyalty, mutual respect and years of shared memories.
