It was released theatrically on 1 April 2016 to mixed reviews and became a hit grossing over ₹100.33 crore (US$12 million) worldwide.
Kia is a motivated, driven woman who aims to become successful in the business world, and also wishes that more women aspire to prosper in their careers.
Kabir is the laid back son of a successful building constructor, who does not wish to take over his father's company or inherit his wealth.
They realise that Kabir's preference to stay at home fits perfectly with Kia's wish to climb up the corporate ladder.
The interview is very well received and Kabir is asked to hold many more seminars and speeches on gender equality and modern marriages.
While Kia is in the US, attending a work event, Kabir is invited to his college reunion, and is pressured by a friend into giving another interview, which is broadcast on TV.
Kia comes across a gift that Jaya gave to Kabir for his wife, and also a letter written by the actress, in which she congratulates the pair and says that to be a man who maintains a household rather than work is a brave choice, but to be the wife of such a man is an even harder choice.
Kabir's father, who has come to appreciate Kia's business acumen and drive, decides to make her the CEO of his company.
The film derives its title from linguistic gender divisions of the Hindi language found in the words "ladki" and "ladka" meaning "girl" and "boy".
Arjun Kapoor deserves credit for taking a role that few male stars would, but both actors are let down by the inert writing.
She reasoned that "One of the enduring problems with Balki's films persists – his crackling concept runs out of steam.
Though it has strong performances by both Arjun and Kareena, the film is bound to draw extreme reactions from the orthodox audiences who may find the premise difficult to digest.
Ki & Ka isn't a strong voice against gender stereotyping, but it's one of its kind in mainstream Hindi film industry, and that makes it notice-worthy.
"[19] Meena Iyer of The Times of India gave the film 4 stars and stated, "Kareena is terrific, Arjun, endearing.
"[20] Sukanya Verma of Rediff.com gave it 2.5 stars while noting, "Ki & Ka is obviously taken in by its liberal notions but fails to realise that it's not so uncommon in today's urban context where lots of working men and women share both their professional and personal duties.
Watch it or not, Ki & Ka prefix will enjoy its dominance over the youth – but cinematic wise – not a good picture here".
He noted, "A concept film that has a lot to say – Ki And Ka actually succeeds in getting a few of its points in edgewise – but the writing is below-par.
Both Arjun and Kareena look like they are mouthing sharp, one-tone dialogues to impress the conductor of this out-of-tune opera that is Ki And Ka.