Kareena Kapoor reflects on retirement after viewing trial of Asoka with Shah Rukh Khan

Kareena Kapoor once considered retiring from Bollywood after watching the trial show of her film *Asoka*, her fourth release. She felt her performance was so strong that she doubted she could surpass it. Despite *Asoka*'s box office struggles, Kareena expressed pride in being part of the film. She received widespread acclaim, including praise from international audiences and filmmakers, which she found overwhelming. Kareena highlighted the significance of *Asoka* in her early career, especially for working with Shah Rukh Khan. She noted that her confidence helped her perform well alongside him, despite initial nerves.