Malaika Arora, Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Amrita Arora Ladak —this is a quartet of friends, formed by two sister duos, who have been each other’s greatest confidants for around two decades now. In an industry where relationships are known to be fragile, their friendship has lasted and become stronger with every passing year, despite the highs and lows they might have gone through in their own lives.

“My girl gang is my life!” says Malaika, adding, “I still remember how upset and worried they all were when they got to know about my car accident some months ago. Every day after I returned home from the hospital, they’d be here, at my house, cheering me and ensuring that I was taken care of and was doing fine. They would leave their routines aside and spend time with me. They were pampering me and making me laugh. Their presence and prayers also gave me the strength to get back on my feet soon. I feel grateful for having them in my life.”

The besties often give a glimpse on social media of the time they spend together, either chilling out at each other’s homes, partying or on vacations — always looking like ultimate glam girls.

Elaborating on the bond they share, Malaika adds, “They’re all incredibly strong women. The reason our bond is so special is that we were all brought up in a similar way, where our mothers have been focal points of our lives. They’ve shaped us into who we are. If I had it my way, I would have gifted the four of us a show, which would be as lively and unapologetic as we are.”

Besides being sisters, Malaika and Amrita are also each other’s best friends and support system, and now, they intend to work together on a project that’s close to their hearts. “Amu and I want to do something for animals because we’re really passionate about them. We want to open a shelter together for abandoned animals and we have been talking about it,” says Malaika, adding, “I want her to be a part of a couple of other business ventures, too. The moment I speak to her, she’s all charged up.”

Amrita Arora, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Malaika Arora and Karisma Kapoor