Born in Hong Kong to a British father and Kashmiri mother, Kaif began her modeling career at a young age, appearing in several television commercials and fashion shows. Her breakthrough role came in 2004 with the Bollywood film "Mystery," followed by a string of successful films like "Sarkar" (2005) and "Namastey London" (2007). Her performances earned her recognition, and she quickly became a sought-after actress in the industry.