International Friendship Day 2025: 6 Celebrity Friendships That Have Outlasted the Spotlight

Some celebrity friendships come and go with film schedules or event appearances. Others stay consistent-no matter how busy or famous the people involved become. On International Friendship Day 2025, here's a look at a few real friendships in Bollywood that go beyond social media posts and photo ops. These are people who've stuck by each other for years, through life's big moments and the everyday stuff in between.

Suhana Khan, Ananya Panday, And Shanaya Kapoor

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They've grown up together, long before the cameras arrived. Suhana, Ananya, and Shanaya have been close since school, and their friendship hasn't faded as their careers took off. Whether it's holidays, birthday parties, or quiet dinners at home, they make time for each other. Their bond is built on shared memories and a real sense of comfort-they've known each other before the spotlight and have chosen to stay close even as their lives have changed.

Alia Bhatt And Akansha Ranjan Kapoor

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Alia and Akansha's friendship runs deep. They've been best friends for over a decade, and Akansha has been a constant presence through Alia's biggest milestones-be it family holidays, professional highs, or her wedding (Alia attended hers too). She was right there during Alia's wedding festivities, not just as a guest, but as someone who's part of her inner circle. Alia has often called her a "forever friend," and the way they continue to be part of each other's lives, despite everything else going on, makes that clear.

Ranbir Kapoor And Ayan Mukerji

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Ranbir and Ayan have worked together for years, but their friendship began much earlier. They're more like family at this point, frequently travelling together, spending time with each other's families, and staying connected even between projects. Ayan has been part of Ranbir's personal life beyond work from holidays and Diwali dinners to being part of key family events. Their bond has lasted through films, long gaps, and personal transitions, which says a lot about how genuine it is.

Kareena Kapoor Khan And Amrita Arora

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Kareena and Amrita have one of the most visible and consistent friendships in Bollywood. They meet up often whether it's for brunch with their kids, workouts, or just catching up at home. They've stuck together through major life changes, from marriages to motherhood, and they continue to lean on each other. Kareena has referred to Amrita as her go-to person for advice, and their friendship feels like one that's built on habit, trust, and being able to show up exactly as you are.

Farah Khan And Tabu

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Farah Khan and Tabu have been friends since 1995, when they met on the sets of 'Virasat'. Since then, their bond has only grown stronger. Farah often shares old photos and personal notes on milestones, celebrating 25 and even 30 years of their friendship. She's described it as a relationship where they've "taken turns to lean on each other," which says a lot about how dependable they've been for each other. They don't appear together often at public events, but when they do-whether on Farah's show Comedy Factory or in candid posts-it's clear that their connection has stayed real and personal over the years.

Shah Rukh Khan And Juhi Chawla

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Shah Rukh and Juhi started working together in the '90s, but their friendship has lasted long after their string of film hits. They co-own the Kolkata Knight Riders team and remain involved in each other's personal lives. Juhi has spoken often about how she sees Shah Rukh as family, and their bond is one of those rare ones in the industry that hasn't faded with time or shifted with circumstances. Even now, they check in, show up, and stay connected.

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What sets these friendships apart isn't just history, it's effort. These celebrities have demanding lives, but they still make time for each other in ways that are visible and real. It's about being there consistently-through weddings, career shifts, new roles, and old routines.

On Friendship Day 2025, these friendships amidst the glitz and glamour remind us that no matter how hectic life gets, the people who've been around for years still matter, especially the ones who stay without needing to be asked.