Karan Johar, often informally referred to as KJo, is an Indian film director, producer, screenwriter, costume designer, actor and television personality who works in Hindi films. He is the son of Hiroo Johar and the producer Yash Johar.
It is not uncommon for celebrities to come under the scrutiny of the public for promoting tobacco and liquor products when they swear by healthy lifestyles. Some like Kartik Aaryan and Rashmika Mandanna were trolled for the content of their commercial videos.
Karan Johar has been made the face of a popular matrimonial brand that hitches people from the same alma mater. In an advert released on social media, fans trolled him for promoting elitist behaviour in marriage.
Karan Johar believes the key reason behind the enthusiasm for South films is due to the digital explosion. "The Hindi film industry is being inspired on a weekly basis by the film industry from the South, by what is happening in Hollywood and what is happening digitally. Everyone is kind of coming on together. So, we got to watch what we do at every step."
In the video, you can see Karan Johar in a black and white outfit as he showcases his tremendous moves on 'Ghoonghat Ki Aad Se.' Seeing Karan's dance, Parineeti Chopra starts screaming 'Come on, Karan!' For the unversed, 'Ghunghat Ki Aad Se' is from Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla's 1993 release 'Hum Hain Rahi Pyaar Ke', which has been sung by Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik.
Vijay Deverakonda attended the star-studded Bollywood bash which was hosted in honour of Dharma Productions CEO Apoorva Mehta's birthday recently. There, he caught up with his Liger co-star Ananya Panday. Check out their video here.
Several celebrities from the tinsel town including-- filmmaker Karan Johar, actor Sidharth Malhotra, superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan, Gauri Khan, Ananya Panday amongst others gathered under one roof to celebrate Shweta Bachchan's birthday in Mumbai on Thursday.
Karan Johar announced the feature film debut of Shanaya Kapoor, Sanjay Kapoor's daughter. The film titled Bedhadak also stars Gurfateh Pirzada and Lakshya. Shanaya is a certified glam diva and her pictures on Instagram are proof.
Filmmaker Karan Johar will be launching Shanaya Kapoor and Lakshya in the upcoming movie Bedhadak. Gurfateh Singh Pirzada of Guilty fame joins the cast. It will be directed by Shashank Khaitan. See the teaser posters shared on the film's announcement.
Apparently, Disney+ Hotstar paid a whopping Rs 65 crore for the OTT rights of Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday's Liger. If the reports are to be trusted, it is the biggest OTT deal in South Indian cinema.
During the trailer launch of Kangana Ranaut's reality show 'Lock Upp,' the actress took a few names whom she wants to put inside the jail. She first took the name of Karan Johar, then television czarina Ekta Kapoor and megastar Amitabh Bachchan.
Ranveer Singh who debuted with the 2010 film Band Baaja Baaraat is not only known for his versatile acting but also for his sartorial choices. He often made headlines for his 'atrangi' clothing and different avatars. During 'AMA session', a user asked Ram Leela actor about his ‘secret of hypebeast instinct’. Here's what he answered.
Farah Khan on Wednesday shared a funny video in which Karan Johar can be seen sporting his perkily accessorised hoodie having metal embellishments on it. Not only this but the Hunarbaaz judge was also seen wearing studded sunglasses that caught the attention of Khan who left no chance and mocked Karan for his 'Shahenshah' avatar.
In the clip, the twins Yash and Roohi could be seen posing for the pictures with different props to enjoy some time with their father Karan Johar. It concluded with a cute picture of the filmmaker posing with his children.
'Gangubai Kathiawadi' features Alia Bhatt in the title role of Gangubai, one of the most powerful, loved and respected madams from Mumbai’s red-light area Kamathipura during the 1960s. With the release of the trailer, 28-year-old has won many hearts.
In no time, Deepika Padukone reposted the picture and captioned it with 'World’s Best Host' sticker. Keeping it casual, Deepika opted for a pink sweater. On the other hand, Janhvi Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan were twinning in black. Talking about Karan Johar, he was seen donning an oversized red and white hoodie for the outing.
Earlier in the day, Kareena Kapoor, Amrita, Manish Malhotra, Malaika Arora and Karan Johar took to social media to wish their fans on Republic Day. Kareena also shared a glimpse of her son Taimur Ali Khan's tricolour inspired breakfast.
Mr and Mrs Mahi is reportedly a cricket drama. Produced by Karan Johar, in the film Rajkummar Rao and JAnhvi Kapoor will play characters named Mahendra and Mahima, respectively. The actress posted some BTS pics as she trained with cricketer Dinesh Karthik.
The message shared by Karan reads, "Hey Tovino! I finally got the opportunity to watch Minnal Murali last night and has so much fun! So smartly made and keeping the entertainment quotient right through! Was a clutter breaker superhero film! And of course you were and are incredible! Congratulations! Such a joy! (sic)".
Sukumar directorial 'Pushpa: The Rise' which stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil in the lead is streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Several celebrities including Karan Johar, Janhvi Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor lauded the film on social media.
Karan Johar said "YOU have to be the leader and driver of your own emotions…. The toxicity around you is sometimes a result of various aspects but it's certain not the TRUTH! If you believe what you hear and read then you need to change your Lens and vision….. believe in YOU!"