Twinkle Khanna Defends Kareena Kapoor Khan Amidst Rumors Following Saif Ali Khan’s Attack

Twinkle Khanna, the actress-turned-author and wife of Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, recently came out in support of Kareena Kapoor Khan after the latter was unfairly blamed for being intoxicated during the attack on her husband, Saif Ali Khan. The incident, which took place on January 16, left Saif with serious injuries when a man attacked him with a knife.

In her social media post on Sunday, Twinkle addressed the baseless rumors surrounding Kareena’s behavior during the incident. She criticized the media for quickly shifting the blame onto the wife, a familiar pattern seen in public life when high-profile couples face turmoil. Twinkle highlighted how women are often blamed for their husbands’ actions, whether it’s for their health, behavior, or even their appearance. She compared the situation to historical examples, such as the public’s critique of Yoko Ono and Melania Trump, who were also blamed for their partners’ actions or situations.

The rumors speculated that Kareena was too intoxicated to help Saif during the attack, but Twinkle swiftly called out the absurdity of such claims. She expressed how society tends to scrutinize wives and lay the blame on them whenever things go wrong. She also shared a personal anecdote about a family gathering where a relative made a comment about baldness in men, linking it to the wives, further highlighting the stereotype that women are held responsible for their partners’ appearances.

In her post, Twinkle passionately pointed out the double standards that women face, often being judged or criticized based on their relationships with their husbands. She expressed frustration over how journalists refer to women as “star wives,” stripping them of their individual identities and reducing them to mere extensions of their husbands.

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This incident has sparked a larger conversation about how society tends to place undue blame on women, especially those in the public eye. Twinkle’s remarks resonate with many, as she continues to use her platform to challenge societal norms and empower women.

Kareena, who had shared moments from her night out with friends, including pictures with actress Sonam Kapoor, has since been the subject of unnecessary speculation. However, the support from Twinkle Khanna serves as a reminder that women should not be held accountable for rumors or accusations that have no basis in fact.