Did you know that Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor's two sons, Taimur and Jeh, have a blood relation to Rabindranath Tagore? Not just star kids; they are the heirs of a lineage where the reign of Indian cinema and the excellence of Bengali literature lie together.

Rabindranath Tagore's literary legacy and the glory of the Kapoor family's film tradition flow in their blood! Let's go deeper to know more.

Tracing Taimur-Jeh's Family Roots

Taimur was born in December 2016, and Jeh was born in February 2021. These two little ones are the children of Bollywood stars Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan. Kareena Kapoor is the granddaughter of the legendary Raj Kapoor, while Saif Ali Khan is the son of Pataudi Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan and actress Sharmila Tagore. And on Sharmila Tagore's side, Taimur and Jeh are related to Rabindranath Tagore. Sharmila's grandmother, Latika Tagore, was the granddaughter of Dwijendranath Tagore. He was Rabindranath Tagore's brother. So, this is so true that Taimur and Jeh are the great-grandsons of Rabindranath.

What Did Proud Father Saif Say About His Sons

In this regard, Saif Ali Khan once said, 'Taimur is a genetic treasure trove. He has a touch of Rabindranath Tagore, Raj Kapoor, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, and the history of Bhopal. This is beyond my understanding.' So, it is clear from the actor's statement that he is proud of this heritage.

Taimur-Jeh Carrying Kapoor Family's Film Legacy

And Kareena Kapoor's roots are in the Kapoor clan, the first family of Indian cinema. Her father, Randhir Kapoor, is the son of Raj Kapoor. And Raj Kapoor was the son of Prithviraj Kapoor, one of the pioneers of Indian cinema. And in this way, Taimur and Jeh are not only carrying on the literary legacy of Rabindranath Tagore, they are also carrying on the cinematic legacy of Prithviraj Kapoor.