Vicky Kaushal has shared a heartwarming story about the moment that led to his first meeting with Katrina Kaif, crediting comedian Sunil Grover for the unexpected introduction that sparked the beginning of their real-life love story.

Appearing on a talk show, the Sam Bahadur actor recalled that he first crossed paths with Katrina during an award ceremony where he was hosting and she was performing. Vicky said that after performing the iconic Chikni Chameli act with her on stage, Sunil Grover stepped in backstage and introduced the two.

Vicky laughed as he remembered Katrina giving him an impromptu tutorial on hosting just five minutes after meeting him, despite the fact that he had already completed his hosting duties. The innocent moment, he shared, stayed with him long after.

Their second meeting, which went viral across social media, took place at another award function. As part of a scripted segment, Vicky playfully asked Katrina onstage why she wouldn’t marry “someone like Vicky.” At the time, there was nothing romantic between them, but the clip fuelled instant rumours about their chemistry and compatibility.

During the conversation, Vicky also revealed a touching detail from their early days. Before their marriage, Katrina once recorded herself singing a Punjabi song she adored. She believed it was a sweet, romantic track, and her gesture reflected her growing affection for Punjabi culture—something that strengthened their bond even more.

What began as light-hearted moments eventually became one of Bollywood’s most celebrated love stories. Vicky and Katrina married on December 9, 2021, in an intimate but widely publicized wedding ceremony in Rajasthan that captivated fans worldwide.

The couple recently celebrated a new milestone, welcoming their first child, a baby boy, on November 7, 2025. Their journey—once full of speculation and playful award-show moments—has now evolved into a family story cherished by fans across the glob.