May 24, 2024

​Lights, Camera, Karan! Unravelling The KJo Mystique

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From Costume Designer To Director

Before directing Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, KJo styled Shah Rukh Khan in DDLJ. Even after directing, he continued designing for SRK in Dil Toh Pagal Hai and Veer-Zara, and for Amitabh Bachchan in Mohabbatein.

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KJo's Lucky Charm

Karan Johar believes Kajol brings luck to his films. Hence, he ensures her presence, be it in a song or a brief cameo, in all his projects.

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Yash Johar's Actor Ambitions For Karan

Yash Johar, a noted filmmaker, aimed to introduce Karan Johar as an actor. Plans were in motion for a film debut, but destiny had different intentions.

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Superstition's End: KJo's Epiphany

Inspired by Lage Raho Munnabhai, Karan Johar abandoned his superstition of starting movie titles with 'K'. The film's climax scene led him to renounce numerology beliefs.

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KJo's Personal Touch In Kal Ho Na Ho

During filming, Yash Johar's illness in New York influenced Shah Rukh Khan's character, mirroring his father's resilience. KJo regrets not directing this heartfelt film himself, helmed by Nikhhil Advani.

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KJo: Fluent In French

Karan Johar's mastery of French is a lesser-known fact. He holds a Master’s degree in the language, distinguishing him from Bollywood celebrities.

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KJo: London Olympics Guest

Karan Johar, alongside former PM Manmohan Singh, was the sole Indian invited to the London Olympics' opening ceremony—an honour highlighting his global recognition.

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Inspiration For Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

Overhearing a couple's separation in a restaurant spurred Karan Johar to create the film. Despite criticism for its portrayal of marital infidelity, KJo considers it ahead of its time and desires to remake it given the chance.

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KJo's Oscar Dream

Karan Johar's ultimate aspiration is to win an Oscar and dedicate it to India. He has rehearsed his acceptance speech countless times, envisioning the moment he can proudly declare, “This is for you, India”, from the stage.

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KJo's Acting Debut

In Anurag Kashyap's Bombay Velvet, Karan Johar's acting debut garnered ridicule as the film flopped. Surprisingly, he charged a meagre Rs 11 for his role, a fact often overlooked.

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