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Written By Team Pinkvilla 709347 reads Mumbai Updated: January 5, 2022 08:37 pm
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Karan Johar Karan Johar
  • Name: Karan Johar
  • Born: May 25, 1972
  • Born Place: Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Hometown: Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Zodiac: Gemini
  • Height: 5 feet 9 inches
  • Biography: Karan Johar is an Indian filmmaker, producer, costume designer and actor who is famous for his work in Hindi cinema. Karan was born on 25th May 1972 to Late Yash Johar and Hiroo Johar in Bombay, India. His father was the founder of Dharma Productions. Karan completed his schooling at Greenlawns High School, Mumbai and he completed his graduation from HR College of Commerce and Economics. Karan started his career as an actor with the Indradhanush serial in 1989. In his initial days, Karan worked as an assistant director on cousin Aditya Chopra’s Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Later, he made his directorial debut with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The film became a major blockbuster at the box office and received positive reviews from critics. After that, Karan Johar directed the movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. This film also became Johar's second major blockbuster at the box office and received positive reviews from critics. Following the success, Johar directed films like Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, My Name is Khan, Student of the Year, Bombay Talkies, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil and several others. Along with direction, Karan also produced movies, such as Lust Stories, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Dostana, I Hate Luv Storys, Agneepath, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, 2 States, Raazi, Simmba, etc. Karan has also acted in the movie Bombay Velvet and further made cameo appearances in several movies. Karan also has worked as a costume designer. Karan was the host of Koffee with Karan, What the Love, BiggBoss OTT, etc. He was awarded Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour, in 2020. Along with this, he has also won several awards for his films. He became a father of twins through surrogacy in February 2017. Karan named his son Yash and daughter Roohi.

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Family Father: Yash Johar
Mother: Hiroo Johar
Children: Roohi Johar, Yash Johar
Controversies
  • SSR suicide case: When young actor Sushant Singh Rajput committed suicide, many fingers were pointed towards filmmaker Karan Johar. He was blamed for promoting nepotism in the industry due to which actors like SSR did not get a chance in big films. Also, he was called out for not supporting Sushant during his bad time. 

 

  • Madhur Bhandarkar blames Johar: Director Madhur Bhandarkar recently blamed director Karan Johar and his business partner Apoorva Mehta for snatching away the title of his film and then modifying it according to their choice. He took to his official Twitter handle and named the persons. 

 

  • Ae Dil Hai Mushkil controversy: It all happened when the All Indian Cine Workers Association had issued a ban on working with Pakistani artists. However, Karan's film, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil was about to release at that time and he was asked to reshoot parts. Though, he refused to do so and paid the fine instead. 

 

  • FIR filed against him for participating in 'AIB roast': In 2015, an FIR was lodged against Karan Johar for participation in the controversial 'AIB Roast'.

 

  • His name appeared in Bollywood drug row: In September 2020, Karan Johar's name appeared in Bollywood drug row. A former employee of Dharmatic Entertainment (the digital arm of Dharma Production) was also arrested in this case. 

 

Trivia

Karan Johar always had a passion for fashion designing. During the initial days of his career, he designed costumes for Shah Rukh Khan in films like DDLJ and Kuch Kuch Hota Hain

Karan Johar considers actress Kajol as his lucky charm in Bollywood. 

Not many know that Karan Johar can speak French fluently. 

For his acting debut, Bombay Velvet, Karan only charged a fee of Rs 11. 

Karan used to believe in numerology and it was after he watched Lage Raho Munna Bhai when he stopped believing in superstitions. 

His favourite actors are Shahrukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Rishi Kapoor, and his favourite actresses are Meryl Streep, Kajol, Rani Mukherji and Kareena Kapoor.

His favourite film is Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. 

Karan's favourite TV show is The Golden Girls.

His favourite song is Dafli Wale Dafli Baja.

Karan's favourite food is Parsi Food, and drinks are Saint Emilion (Wine), Dom Perignon (Pink Champagne).

His favourite fashion brand is Givenchy. 

Karan's favourite destination is New York.

His favourite perfume is Creed.

His favourite restaurant is Starbucks Coffee in Mumbai.

 

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Karan Johar : News & Articles


    • Did you know Vijay Deverakonda REJECTED Karan Johar's Bollywood film offer after Arjun Reddy?

      Did you know Vijay Deverakonda REJECTED Karan Johar's Bollywood film offer after Arjun Reddy?

      Monday, August 15, 2022

      Vijay Deverakonda is leaving no stone unturned to make sure that his upcoming sports drama, Liger is a tremendous success. As part of the promotions, the Arjun Reddy star attended a press meet in Hyd..

    • Karan Johar pens sweet note on Ayan Mukerji’s birthday: I know the decade of work you have put into Brahmastra

      Karan Johar pens sweet note on Ayan Mukerji’s birthday: I know the decade of work you have put into Brahmastra

      Monday, August 15, 2022

      Karan Johar has wished Ayan Mukerji on his birthday today. A few moments back, Karan took to his social media space and shared a picture featuring himself with Ayan. Doing so, he also wrote a heartfe..

    • Sonam Kapoor shares an adorable PIC as Rhea Kapoor, Karan Boolani cut cake on their first wedding anniversary

      Sonam Kapoor shares an adorable PIC as Rhea Kapoor, Karan Boolani cut cake on their first wedding anniversary

      Monday, August 15, 2022

      Rhea Kapoor and Karan Boolani are celebrating their first marriage anniversary today on the 14th of August. The gorgeous lovebirds got married on this very day last year, after 13 years of dating eac..

    • Rhea Kapoor wishes Karan Boolani on 1st wedding anniversary; Shares unseen PICS from engagement night

      Rhea Kapoor wishes Karan Boolani on 1st wedding anniversary; Shares unseen PICS from engagement night

      Sunday, August 14, 2022

      Rhea Kapoor and Karan Boolani are celebrating their first wedding anniversary today. The duo got married on August 14 last year, at Anil Kapoor's residence in Mumbai's Juhu and their wedding was an i..

    • Karan Johar CONFIRMS doing 2 films with Sara Ali Khan, predicts Ananya Panday is going to 'date' somebody soon

      Karan Johar CONFIRMS doing 2 films with Sara Ali Khan, predicts Ananya Panday is going to 'date' somebody soon

      Saturday, August 13, 2022

      Karan Johar shares a great equation with actors of every generation in Bollywood and among the young lot, he is close to Sara Ali Khan and Ananya Panday. The two star kids also have appeared on separ..

    • Karan Johar on 'hate online' for Alia Bhatt & his relationship: 'I don't know why people get so annoyed'

      Karan Johar on 'hate online' for Alia Bhatt & his relationship: 'I don't know why people get so annoyed'

      Saturday, August 13, 2022

      Alia Bhatt debuted in Bollywood in Karan Johar's Student Of The Year back in 2012 and since then, the two have shared a bond that has been special to them. 10 Years later, Alia and Karan continue to ..

    • Koffee With Karan: Throwback to when SRK said Alia Bhatt is one of the finest actresses of this generation

      Koffee With Karan: Throwback to when SRK said Alia Bhatt is one of the finest actresses of this generation

      Friday, August 12, 2022

      Bollywood's brewmaster Karan Johar is back with season 7 of his popular talk show, Koffee With Karan and we can’t keep calm. The first episode featured the Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani co-stars Al..

    • Koffee With Karan 7: Arjun Kapoor reveals weirdest rumour he heard about his relationship with Malaika Arora

      Koffee With Karan 7: Arjun Kapoor reveals weirdest rumour he heard about his relationship with Malaika Arora

      Thursday, August 11, 2022

      Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor are one of the cutest couples in Bollywood. They have always been open about everything related to their love life and never hesitated to express their love for each ot..

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  • 1999 Filmfare Awards: Best Director and Best Screenplay for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
  • 1999 Filmfare Awards: Best Director for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
  • 1999 Zee Cine Awards: Best Director for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
  • 2000 National Film Awards: Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
  • 2001 IIFA Awards: Best Costume Design for Mohabbatein
  • 2002 Filmfare Awards: Best Dialogue and Best Scene for Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
  • 2002 IIFA Awards: Best Dialogue for Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
  • 2004 IIFA Awards: Best Dialogue for Kal Ho Naa Ho
  • 2004 Screen Awards: Best Screenplay  for Kal Ho Naa Ho
  • 2007 Indian Television Academy Awards: Best Anchor Talk/Chat Show for Koffee with Karan
  • 2008 IIFA Awards: Best Costume Design for Om Shanti Om
  • 2011 IIFA: Best Director for My Name Is Khan
  • 2011 Filmfare Awards: Best Director for My Name Is Khan
  • 2011 Producer Guild Film Awards: Best Director for My Name Is Khan
  • 2011 Zee Cine Awards: Best Director and Best Story for My Name Is Khan
  • 2013 Producer Guild Film Awards: President's Honour for Student of the Year
  • 2013 Stardust Awards: Dream Director for Student of the Year
  • 2017 Mirchi Music Awards: Make It Large Award
  • 2019 Filmfare Awards: Best film for Raazi

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