Mumbai: Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan graced the fourth edition of Zee Real Heroes Awards 2026, where she reflected on her journey in the film industry and shared candid thoughts on parenting, the impact of OTT content on children and the shocking stabbing incident involving her husband Saif Ali Khan.
Zee Real Heroes Awards honors individuals for their outstanding contributions in innovation, business, healthcare, entertainment and arts.
During the conversation at the event, Kareena told that both her sons are her real heroes. She said, “My real heroes are my children and I hope that never changes in my lifetime. Children have resilience and strength and they teach a lot to their parents. Through their innocence and honesty, they show us the right path.”
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When Kareena was asked what she learned from her, she replied, “From my first son I learned how to be a mother. He is now 10 years old and this 10-year journey has taught me when to be strong and when to be soft. One very important thing I have learned from my children is patience. Only a mother understands how to behave with her child.”
On Ghaziabad tragedy and children’s screen addiction
Reacting to the recent Ghaziabad tragedy, where three minor sisters allegedly committed suicide due to their obsessive attraction towards online Korean dramas and games, Kareena expressed concern over the increasing dependence of children on mobile phones.
She said, “I know parents are struggling with this problem. Nowadays, children do not eat food unless they have a phone in their hands. There is a lot of fear. I try to show my children in the right direction and motivate them to go out and play sports like cricket and football.”
He said that balance is important in parenting. “If we just say no, it sometimes draws them in more. It’s important to balance things. It’s difficult, but encouraging children to get out and engage in activities helps,” Kareena said.
On the incident of stabbing Saif Ali Khan
Speaking about the knife incident involving Saif Ali Khan, Kareena said that the family had never thought that such an incident could happen. He said, “Saif and I always saw ourselves as normal people and never paid much attention to security. It was our mistake. We never thought that someone would enter our house through the AC duct.”
Recalling her son Taimur’s reaction, Kareena shared, “When Taimur asked why the man came to our house, I told him because he wanted money and the police said he would be in jail for 10 years. Taimur said, ‘Don’t do that, maybe he needs the money. Tell the police to let him go. Everyone is allowed to make mistakes.'”
He described this incident as a life-changing experience. She said, “The stabbing incident happened in just a second. I was happy to know that my child didn’t want anything to happen to him. It was a big learning moment for me that Taimur thinks so maturely. He was only eight years old then.”
Kareena also told that the police had told them that the accused’s mother was ill and he needed money for her treatment. He credited Saif’s domestic help for saving his life and described the entire episode as “life-changing”.
About Zee Real Heroes Awards
Zee Real Heroes Awards brings together thought leaders, achievers, policy makers and members of the media fraternity. Through its dialogue segment, the program promotes dialogue on leadership, innovation in times of change and the power of authentic storytelling in shaping a progressive India.
Over the years, the awards have honored leading celebrities including Ajay Devgan, Anupam Kher, Kartik Aaryan and Pankaj Tripathi as well as changemakers like Paralympian Navdeep Singh and many other inspirational figures from across the country.
This initiative reflects Zee Media’s commitment towards nation-building journalism by celebrating real stories of perseverance and achievement that continue to inspire the nation.