Director Kabir Khan has been in the film industry for over a decade and has collaborated with some of the most prominent actors in Bollywood. He has worked with Salman Khan, John Abraham, and Katrina Kaif multiple times in his films. However, it is Katrina Kaif and her husband Vicky Kaushal who he considers to be his family. Kabir and Katrina have worked together on three films, beginning with New York in 2009, and have since then shared a close bond.
In a recent interview with Humans of Bombay, Kabir Khan opened up about his relationship with Katrina and her husband Vicky. He shared that he has known Katrina from his early days in the industry and has gotten close to her over time. He considers her to be much more than a friend now and like family.
Kabir and Katrina's friendship has transcended beyond their professional collaboration. They have spent a lot of time together and have shared a close bond over the years. Kabir's wife, Mini Mathur, also shares a great relationship with Katrina and was one of the few celebrities invited to the couple's intimate wedding in Rajasthan in 2021.
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Apr 2, 2026Speaking about Vicky Kaushal, Kabir Khan shared that he has had a close professional relationship with his family for a long time. He has worked with Vicky's father, Sham Kaushal, on six films and Vicky's younger brother Sunny Kaushal was a part of his first web series Forgotten Army. Through Katrina, Kabir has also gotten close to Vicky's family and considers them to be a part of his own.
Kabir's last film as a director was 83, which was released in 2021. The film retold the story of India's historic victory in the 1983 cricket World Cup, with Ranveer Singh playing the role of captain Kapil Dev. The film received critical acclaim and was a commercial success.
Kabir Khan's friendship with Katrina Kaif and her husband Vicky Kaushal is a testament to the strong bonds that can be formed in the film industry. Despite the competitive nature of the business, Kabir has managed to build genuine relationships with the people he has worked with. His collaboration with Katrina has not only resulted in successful films but also a lifelong friendship.
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Apr 2, 2026In a world where relationships are often shallow and transactional, Kabir Khan's bond with Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal is heartwarming. It is a reminder that even in a cutthroat industry like Bollywood, true friendships can be formed if one is willing to invest time and effort into building them. Kabir Khan's example is one that should be emulated by everyone, both within and outside the film industry.
Kabir Khan's relationship with Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal is more than just a professional collaboration. It is a bond that has been built on trust, respect, and love, and one that has endured the test of time. Kabir's example should inspire us all to prioritize meaningful relationships over fleeting ones, and to invest in people who truly matter to us.
