Karan Johar says Met Gala moment feels like “coming full circle” in career; wishes to take selfie with Sabrina Carpenter for daughter Roohi Johar Filmmaker Karan Johar spoke about his journey in fashion and cinema ahead of his appearance at the Met Gala 2026 in New York. In an interaction at the Empire State Building, Johar reflected on how his career has come full circle, returning to fashion on one of its most prominent global platforms. Recalling his early years, Johar said, “I did start as a costume designer. That was my primary passion when I was about 22 years old. And then I discovered on the sets of a film that filmmaking is what really exhilarates me, excites me, inspires me. ” He added that while he moved on to become a director and producer, his connection with fashion has remained constant over the years. Johar also shared memories of his first exposure to fashion through magazines. “I remember the origin of fashion in my life was Vogue. I remember reading my first fashion magazine that I read when I was all of 12 years old was Vogue. That time it wasn't available in India, so I had to go to a tiny shop that sold some old Vogue magazines,” he said. Speaking about the significance of attending the Met Gala, Johar noted that it was an event he had followed for years. “I always imagined what it would feel like to be on that carpet that represents like a story with fashion and so much talent and so much artistry and hours of execution of each garment and ideati... #Sabrina_Carpenter #Karan_Johar #Filmmaker_Karan #Johar #Karan #full_circle #Met_Gala #daughter_Roohi #Roohi_Johar #Johar_Filmmaker
Karan Johar says working with “terrifying” Saroj Khan on DDLJ “traumatised” him Filmmaker Karan Johar has opened up about a challenging experience early in his career, recalling how legendary choreographer Saroj Khan reacted to his involvement during the making of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ). In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, Johar described the encounter as frightening and emotionally taxing, even though he ultimately acknowledged Saroj Khan’s talent. Johar began his career in the film industry as a costume assistant on the 1995 romantic drama, working under Aditya Chopra and alongside designer Manish Malhotra. Years later, he reflected on the intensity he experienced on set, particularly during the filming of the song ‘Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna. ’“At that time, the costume dada was my biggest ally… Manish would come in the morning, hand over the clothes, and leave. I was the costume assistant, and Pam aunty was deeply involved in the process,” Johar recalled, referring to Pamela Chopra’s hands-on role with costumes. Trouble emerged when Saroj Khan requested additional red scarves for dancers mid-shoot. The team did not have enough fabric on hand, prompting Johar to suggest a workaround to Saroj’s assistant: “…it would look stylish if the dancers put one hand in their pocket and held the scarf in the other. ”However, when Saroj Khan learned of the idea she was not receptive. Johar said she “lost it,” demanding red satin cloth immediately or threate... #Karan_Johar #Dilwale_Dulhania #Filmmaker_Karan #Saroj_Khan #DDLJ #Johar #challenging_experience #experience_early #legendary_choreographer #Khan_reacted
