Filmmaker Karan Johar has always faced scrutiny for promoting nepotism- a label that gained attention after Kangana Ranaut called him the "flag-bearer of nepotism" in one of the episodes of Koffee With Karan. This time he has been criticised for praising Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer Saiyaara, which released on July 18. Johar is not someone to stay quiet. He gave it back to the troll with a befitting reply.
Karan Johar praises Saiyaara
On Monday, taking to his Instagram handle, Karan shared a poster of the film and penned a lengthy note. Praising Ahaan and Aneet, he called both "beyond magical" and also called it the "best film" of director Mohit Suri. He was also all praise for the music of the film.
Karan started his post, "I don’t remember the last time I felt like this after watching a film …. Tears flowing and yet the feeling of immense joy… Joy for the fact that a love story has conquered the silver screen and made the nation fall in love …. Proudest that my Alma mater @yrf has bought love back!!! Back to the movies …. Back to our Industry…."
KJo also said he is "blown away by Mohit's storytelling , craft and his magnificent use of music". He said the music is not "just a pillar but a character in this film".
Karan lauds Ahaan and Aneet's performance
Karan is blown away by Ahaan's debut. He wrote, "You broke my heart and yet energised me as a filmmaker… your eyes spoke volumes and I can’t wait to see your journey ahead…. You are spectacular!!!! Welcome to the movies !!!"
He called Aneet "gorgeous, lovely and amazing" and added, "Your silences spoke volumes and your vulnerability and strength moved me to tears…. Both Ahaan and you were beyond magical!"
A user commented on the post calling Karan "nepo kid ka daijaan (Nanny for nepo kids have come)." He lashed out at the troll with a comment: "Chup kar!!! Ghar baithe baithee negativity mat paal! Do bachon ka kaam dekh !! Aur khud kuch kaam kar (Shut up! Don't breed negativity sitting at home! Watch the work of the two kids! And do some work yourself)!!!!"
