Karan Johar recently spoke about being labeled as ‘movie mafia’ by Kangana Ranaut and the impact it had on him and his mother, Hiroo Johar. Karan addressed the criticism during a conversation with Sucharita Tyagi, where he mentioned that his mother was deeply affected by the negative comments. He revealed that his mother used to watch TV channels and read online articles, where she saw anchors and people on social media demonizing him. Karan had to be resilient during that time to support his mother and himself.
Kangana Ranaut had accused Karan of being the ‘flagbearer of nepotism’ during her appearance on ‘Koffee With Karan’. She often refers to him as the ‘movie mafia’ and alleges that he supports nepotism in the film industry. Karan shared how he had to stay strong and face the assumptions and perceptions people had formed about him without knowing the person he truly is. He mentioned that people have stormed into his life and made assumptions without understanding the daily struggles of a producer in casting.
Karan expressed his gratitude for the audience response to his latest directorial venture, ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’. He also opened up about the hate he has received in the last three years, emphasizing the impact it had on his mother. Despite the criticism, Karan remains resilient and focused on his work.
In conclusion, Karan Johar addressed the accusations of being the ‘movie mafia’ and supporting nepotism in Bollywood. He shared the impact it had on him and his mother, emphasizing the need to stay strong and resilient in the face of negativity. Karan remains grateful for the support of the audience and continues to focus on his directorial projects.