At the time of the film’s release, Katrina Kaif was reportedly in a relationship with Salman Khan. According to media reports from the time, Khan was unhappy with the explicit nature of the scenes and used his influence to pressure the filmmakers to remove the footage from the initial DVD releases. Whether the scenes were cut due to censor regulations or star power, the deleted footage didn't stay hidden for long.
, 2024): Director Sriram Raghavan highlights the "comb and the fish" scene as a critical narrative pivot where the film transitions from a murder mystery into a complex love story. Notable Role Impact / Key Element Namastey London (2007) Jasmeet "Jazz" Breakthrough role that established her chemistry with Akshay Kumar. (2009)
As Bollywood transitioned into sleek, high-octane action thrillers, Kaif transitioned with it, evolving from a damsel in distress into a fully realized, physically imposing action star. Ek Tha Tiger (2012) – The Grocery Store Brawl
(2010) : Stepping away from her "glam-doll" image, she delivered a mature performance as Indu Pratap, a character inspired by real-life political figures. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
