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Karan Johar

Karan Johar

Height: 1.75 m DOB: 25 May 1972

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.

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Karan Johar enjoys night out with 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem' cast members Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt

Karan Johar enjoys night out with 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem' cast members Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt

Celebrities | Dec 04, 2021, 07:53 AM IST

Karan Johar took to his Instagram handle and shared some stills from their night out shenanigans in Delhi and the trio including Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt looked fashionable.

Karan Johar’s Dharma Production crops Kangana Ranaut out of Ungli poster, fans say 'have some shame'

Karan Johar’s Dharma Production crops Kangana Ranaut out of Ungli poster, fans say 'have some shame'

Celebrities | Dec 02, 2021, 04:22 PM IST

Ungli, directed by Rensil D’Silva, released in 2014. The film marks the only collaboration of Karan Johar and Kangana Ranaut till date. The film recently clocked 7 years. The makers shared a poster of the movie to celebrate the occasion. However, they removed Kangana Ranaut from it. The new poster featured Emraan Hashmi, Angad Bedi, Randeep Hooda, Neil Bhoopalam, and Sanjay Dutt.

Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh's 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' to release on THIS date; watch BTS video

Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh's 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' to release on THIS date; watch BTS video

Bollywood | Nov 29, 2021, 02:10 PM IST

Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani: Taking to Instagram on Monday, filmmaker Karan Johar along with Alia Bhatt & Ranveer Singh announced that their upcoming film will release on February 10, 2023. Apart from this, they even shared the first BTS video not just the two actors but others including Shabana Azmi, Dharmendra, and Jaya Bachchan having fun on the sets while shooting.

Ace fashion designer Virgil Abloh passes away; Priyanka Chopra, Karan Johar & other celebs share con

Ace fashion designer Virgil Abloh passes away; Priyanka Chopra, Karan Johar & other celebs condole

Celebrities | Nov 29, 2021, 11:03 AM IST

Virgil, who died on Sunday, was the founder of the fashion company Off-White and menswear artistic director at Louis Vuitton. His demise was confirmed by his labels on social media. Abloh is survived by his wife, Shannon, and their two children. He was diagnosed with cardiac angiosarcoma - a rare, aggressive form of cancer - in 2019.

Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif, Farah Khan, Karan Johar

Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal's sangeet to be choreographed by Karan Johar and Farah Khan?

Masala | Nov 28, 2021, 07:35 PM IST

While Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif are yet to comment on their wedding rumours, media reports suggest, the actors have already begun the preparation. Apparently, they have planned an elaborate sangeet ceremony which will be choreographed by Karan Johar and Farah Khan.

Rajkummar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor

Mr and Mrs Mahi: Rajkummar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor reunite for new film; is it about MS Dhoni & Sakshi?

Bollywood | Nov 22, 2021, 08:37 PM IST

Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor who were last seen together in Hindi horror-comedy, Roohi are once again reuniting for Karan Johar's upcoming film. Titled, 'Mr and Mrs Mahi' the film will feature the actors in the lead role. It will be directed by Gunjan Saxena fame, Sharan Sharma

Jug Jugg Jeeyo: Kiara Advani-Varun Dhawan starrer to have theatrical release on THIS date

Jug Jugg Jeeyo: Kiara Advani-Varun Dhawan starrer to have theatrical release on THIS date

Bollywood | Nov 20, 2021, 04:51 PM IST

Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani's highly anticipated comedy-drama Jug Jugg Jeeyo finally has a release date. Directed by Raj Mehta the film also stars Anil Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, YouTuber Prajakta Koli and TV show host Manish Paul. The makers on Saturday (November 20) also dropped some stills from the film. Check them out here.

Karan Johar, Sidharth Malhotra

Karan Johar unveils first look of Sidharth Malhotra's action-drama 'Yodha'

Celebrities | Nov 18, 2021, 02:05 PM IST

Yodha: In the motion poster, Sidharth Malhotra could be seen donning a fierce look as he stands all bruised while holding a fighter gun in an aeroplane. The movie seems to be based on an aeroplane hijack story. As per the production house, the movie will have two female leads, whose names will be announced soon.   

Hunarbaaz - Desh Ki Shaan: Karan Johar, Mithun Chakraborty turn judges of the reality show

Hunarbaaz - Desh Ki Shaan: Karan Johar, Mithun Chakraborty turn judges of the reality show

TV | Nov 17, 2021, 07:21 AM IST

According to the makers, the show will bring "unexplored talent of the country to the forefront." "Singers, musicians, dancers, magicians, stuntmen, comedians and more, all are welcome to dazzle everyone with their talent. To add to this excitement, the industry’s biggest entertainment experts will come together to help India select its ultimate ‘Hunarbaaz’" a note from makers read.

Vicky Kaushal

Amid wedding rumours with Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal announces new film Govinda Naam Mera

Celebrities | Nov 12, 2021, 10:44 AM IST

Govinda Naam Mera: Vicky Kaushal starrer is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Shashank Khaitan in collaboration with Viacom18 Studios. The film, which is slated to hit the big screen on June 10, 2022 also stars Bhumi Pednekar and Kiara Advani in the pivotal roles.

Shanaya Kapoor starts shoot of debut film: Sanjay Kapoor, Farah Khan, Amrita Arora & others shower l

Shanaya Kapoor starts shoot of debut film: Sanjay Kapoor, Farah Khan & other celebs shower love

Celebrities | Nov 11, 2021, 08:24 PM IST

Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor will be launched in Bollywood by filmmaker Karan Johar in a Dharma Productions movie. In March this year, Shanaya took to Instagram and shared the news of her Bollywood acting debut. As she began shooting, Sanjay penned an encouraging note for her.

Kangana Ranaut, Karan Johar

Kangana Ranaut says she tried to spot Karan Johar during Padma awards

Celebrities | Nov 11, 2021, 06:52 AM IST

"I tried to spot him (Karan Johar) around but he was not there," Kangana Ranaut said. Asked whether she would have spoken to the director had they met during the ceremony, the actress said, "Of course".  

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Karan Johar on receiving Padma Shri Award: This is a monumental day for me

Celebrities | Nov 09, 2021, 06:23 AM IST

Karan Johar has been felicitated with the Padma Shri Award at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi. Karan's mother Hiroo Johar accompanied him to the prestigious ceremony. The director-producer was conferred with the award by President Ram Nath Kovind.

Padma Awards

Padma Shri Awards: Kangana Ranaut, Adnan Sami share photos with Prez Ram Nath Kovind from ceremony

Celebrities | Nov 08, 2021, 06:45 PM IST

Bollywood personalities Kangana Ranaut, Adnan Sami, Ekta Kapoor and Karan Johar are a few names being honoured with the Padma Shri on Monday in a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the capital.

SS Rajamouli pens appreciation post for team Sooryavanshi; Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar thank filmmaker

SS Rajamouli pens appreciation post for team Sooryavanshi; Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar thank filmmaker

Celebrities | Nov 03, 2021, 05:03 PM IST

Ahead of the release of Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif's Sooryavanshi, SS Rajamouli took to Twitter and sent best wishes to the team. Sooryavanshi is the fourth film in Shetty's cop universe, which also features extended cameo of Ajay Devgn and Ranveer Singh who have played policemen in the director’s previous movies Singham franchise and Simmba respectively.

Karan Johar, Shah Rukh Khan

'An indispensable friend,' Karan Johar calls Shah Rukh Khan on b'day with priceless throwback pics

Celebrities | Nov 02, 2021, 02:09 PM IST

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has double reason to celebrate. His son Aryan Khan was last week granted bail by Bombay High Court in the cruise drug seizure case. The starkid was arrested by the NCB on October 3 and booked under relevant sections of the NDPS Act for possession, consumption, sale/purchase of banned drugs, conspiracy and abetment.

Aryan Khan, Shah Rukh Khan

Shanaya Kapoor posts Aryan Khan's childhood pic, Karan Johar shares photo with SRK to celebrate bail

Celebrities | Oct 29, 2021, 08:43 AM IST

Celebs celebrated the bail of Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan in their own special way. While some shared childhood pictures of Aryan, others posted congratulatory messages for SRK and Gauri. Now, everyone waits for Aryan to head Mannat.

Karan Johar marks five years of Anushka Sharma, Ranbir Kapoor starrer 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil'

Karan Johar marks five years of Anushka Sharma, Ranbir Kapoor starrer 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil'

Celebrities | Oct 28, 2021, 12:06 PM IST

Ae Dil Hai Mushkil was headlined by Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, with an extended appearance by Pakistani star Fawad Khan. The film released during the 2016 Diwali weekend, clashing with Ajay Devgn-starrer "Shivaay". "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil", however, was mired in controversy upon its release. 

Student Of The Year, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar

Student Of The Year turns 9: Alia Bhatt & Karan Johar share 'virtual wala love' with Varun, Sidharth

Celebrities | Oct 19, 2021, 07:01 PM IST

Karan Johar's directorial 'Student of The Year' turned nine on Tuesday. To mark the special day, Alia Bhatt and Karan video called Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra, to reconnect virtually. 

Meenakshi Sundareshwar

Meenakshi Sundareshwar: All about Karan Johar's rom-com starring Sanya Malhotra, Abhimanyu Dassani

Web Series | Oct 12, 2021, 11:53 AM IST

Set in Tamil Nadu's Madurai, the romantic-comedy starring Sanya Malhotra and Abhimanyu Dassani, speaks to the trials and tribulations of a young couple - Meenakshi and Sundareshwar.