Karan Johar: Shah Rukh Khan Represents an Emotion Beyond Stardom

Synopsis

On Komal Nahta's podcast, Karan Johar lauded Shah Rukh Khan for his unparalleled impact on cinema. He emphasized that SRK transcends stardom and is considered an emotion worldwide, contributing significantly to the overseas success of Bollywood films.

Key Takeaways

Karan Johar discusses his films' international success.
Shah Rukh Khan is credited for the global appeal of Bollywood.
KJo highlights the significance of SRK in various countries.
He expresses appreciation for single individuals on Valentine's Day.
Karan shares anecdotes from the entertainment industry.

Mumbai, Feb 16 (NationPress) Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar recently featured on Komal Nahta's podcast "Game Changers". During their engaging discussion, the head of Dharma Productions recounted captivating tales from the entertainment industry.

He elaborated on the remarkable success of his films abroad. Karan was queried on the podcast, "Your films have achieved such enormous success in international markets that they can still turn a profit even if they don’t perform well in India!"

In response, KJo stated, "Absolutely, this is a 'chance pe dance' scenario." He added, “These were my opportunities, and I seized them. The affection and admiration I receive internationally... It all stems from one individual, and that is Shah Rukh Khan. This journey began with ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,’ progressed through ‘Dil To Pagal Hai,’ then ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,’ followed by ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,’ and ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho,’ ‘Devdas’... these films are the foundation of my overseas triumph.”

Karan also discussed the immense fame and global recognition that King Khan has garnered throughout the years. The creator of ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ remarked, “If you travel internationally, it’s not just confined to the UK, USA, or Australia. If you venture anywhere in Europe, France, Germany, or Egypt... for them, the film equates to Shah Rukh Khan. He is more than a star; he is an emotion.”

On the occasion of Valentine's Day this year, Karan Johar shared a heartfelt message for singles. He took to Instagram stories to express his thoughts on why single individuals should feel triumphant. The creator of ‘My Name Is Khan’ stated, “Dear Single Person, today is your day to feel victorious... you carry no baggage, no drama, and have numerous options—what’s not to celebrate? Happy Valentine’s Day!”