Kareena Kapoor Khan takes a jibe at Prada as she flaunts her 'kolhapuri' chappals, proves she's a truly desi at heart - PIC inside

Kareena Kapoor Khan is loved for her candidness and saying things quite honestly with a pinch of salt and humour. Bebo who always gets loved for showing this side, be it in her interviews or social media stole the show yet again.

Her take on the ongoing Prada-kolhapuri controversy is a lot of fun and filled with wit. For those not in the know, the controversy began when Italian fashion house Prada introduced its own version of the iconic Indian footwear during the brand’s Men’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. The runway debut sparked backlash, with many accusing the label of cultural appropriation and overlooking the heritage and skilled artisans involved in making Kolhapuri chappals.Kareena playfully took to her Instagram stories and shared a candid vacation snap showing her feet stretched out on a sun lounger, clad in a metallic silver pair of Kolhapuri chappals. She wrote, "Sorry not Prada… (laughing and punching emoji) but my OG kolapuri (heart emoji)”.

Just as the controversy sparked, this luxury brand clarified that its design was “inspired” by the traditional footwear and expressed a willingness to engage with the community.

A virtual meeting is now scheduled for July 11 between Prada, representatives from the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (MACCIA), and artisans. The discussion will reportedly explore potential collaborations and global avenues for the Kolhapuri craft.As for Kareena, she’s currently vacationing in London with her husband Saif Ali Khan and their sons Taimur and Jeh. A recent video circulating online shows the family enjoying the city’s streets and food scene—proving once again that Kareena knows how to blend style, sass, and substance wherever she goes.