Producer
Karan Johar
- Born: 25 May 1972, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Estimated net worth: $200 million
Karan Johar is a prominent Indian filmmaker, producer, and talk show host known for his work in Hindi cinema. He gained fame with films like 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' and 'My Name Is Khan'. Renowned for his stylish storytelling and emotional depth, Karan is…
Karan Johar: best films and shows
About Karan Johar
Karan Johar is a prominent Indian filmmaker, producer, and talk show host known for his work in Hindi cinema. He gained fame with films like 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' and 'My Name Is Khan'. Renowned for his stylish storytelling and emotional depth, Karan is also known for his distinct voice and ability to create blockbuster family dramas.
- Born
- 25 May 1972, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Known for
- Production
- Height
- 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Children
- 2 (Yash Johar, Roohi Johar)
- Parents
- Yash Johar, Hiroo Johar
- Estimated net worth
- $200 million
Fun facts about Karan Johar
- Karan Johar made his directorial debut with 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' in 1998, which became a massive success.
- He is also known for hosting the popular talk show 'Koffee with Karan', where he interviews Bollywood celebrities.
Famous Karan Johar quotes
“Kabhi khushi, kabhie gham.”
“I am what I am.”
“Life is not about how many breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away.”
Karan Johar: coming up
- Student of the Year: After Dark (TV, Producer)13 November 2026
- Naagzilla (Movie, Producer)12 February 2027
- Lag Jaa Gale (Movie, Producer)14 May 2027
- Rakhi Sawant Ki Shaadi Mein (Movie, Producer)24 September 2027
- RN Kao Based Film (Movie, Producer)11 August 2028
Credits and dates: TMDB.
Karan Johar filmography
Cast (68)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Pitch To Get Rich TV | Unknown character | |
| 2025 | Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Movie | Self | 5.6 |
| 2025 | Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 2025 | The Ba***ds of Bollywood TV | Karan Johar | 6.8 |
| 2025 | The Traitors TV | Self - Host | 5.7 |
| 2025 | The Roshans TV | Self | 7.9 |
| 2024 | Schirkoa: In Lies We Trust Movie | The Announcer (voice) | 5.7 |
| 2024 | Angry Young Men TV | Self | 8.2 |
| 2024 | Aapka Apna Zakir TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 2024 | Modern Masters: SS Rajamouli Movie | Self | 8.6 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Great Indian Kapil Show TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 2024 | Galatta Plus Mega Pan India Roundtable 2023 Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | First Act TV | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | The Romantics TV | Self | 6.4 |
| 2022 | Moving In With Malaika TV | Self | |
| 2022 | Hunarbaaz: Desh Ki Shaan TV | Self - Judge | |
| 2021 | Bigg Boss OTT TV | Unknown character | 6.4 |
| 2021 | Searching for Sheela Movie | Self | 5.7 |
| 2021 | Star vs Food TV | Himself | 1.0 |
| 2020 | Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives TV | Self | 4.5 |
| 2020 | What the Love! with Karan Johar TV | Host | 5.0 |
| 2019 | Good Newwz Movie | Special Appearance in "Chandigarh Mein" Song | 6.5 |
| 2019 | One Mic Stand TV | Himself | 5.3 |
| 2019 | Social Media Star With Janice Sequeira TV | Himself | 6.0 |
| 2019 | Will Smith's Bucket List TV | Himself | 4.1 |
| 2018 | Simmba Movie | Cameo Appearance (uncredited) | 6.2 |
| 2018 | Titu Talks TV | Karan Johar | 8.3 |
| 2018 | Dance Deewane TV | Himself | 5.5 |
| 2018 | Welcome to New York Movie | Karan/Arjun | 3.3 |
| 2018 | India’s Next Superstars TV | Himself - Judge | 5.5 |
| 2017 | TED Talks India TV | Self | |
| 2017 | Dil Hai Hindustani TV | Judge | 9.0 |
| 2016 | Yaaron Ki Baraat TV | Self | 6.7 |
| 2016 | BFFs with Vogue TV | Self | 5.2 |
| 2016 | The Kapil Sharma Show TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2015 | Shaandaar Movie | Karan Johar | 4.3 |
| 2015 | Comedy Nights Bachao TV | Self | 6.3 |
| 2015 | Bombay Velvet Movie | Kaizad Khambatta | 5.4 |
| 2015 | Shamitabh Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2015 | All India Bakchod Knockout Movie | Self | |
| 2014 | Hasee Toh Phasee Movie | Special Appearance | 6.6 |
| 2013 | Comedy Nights with Kapil TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 2011 | India's Most Desirable TV | Himself | |
| 2010 | Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai Movie | Himself | 4.7 |
| 2009 | Tere Mere Beach Mein TV | Himself | 5.5 |
| 2009 | India's Got Talent TV | Self | 5.7 |
| 2009 | India's Got Talent TV | Self - Judge | 5.7 |
| 2009 | Luck by Chance Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2008 | Oye! It's Friday! TV | Himself | 10.0 |
| 2008 | Fashion Movie | Himself (Cameo) | 6.4 |
| 2008 | C Kkompany Movie | Special Appearance | 5.1 |
| 2007 | Om Shanti Om Movie | Self - Host | 7.1 |
| 2007 | Cinema Asia: India Movie | Self | |
| 2007 | Salaam-e-Ishq Movie | Himself (Voice Over) | 4.9 |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna Movie | Guest Appearance (uncredited) | 6.5 |
| 2006 | Alag Movie | Special Appearance in "Sabse Alag" Song | 4.4 |
| 2006 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa TV | Unknown character | 3.0 |
| 2005 | Home Delivery Movie | Himself (uncredited) | 4.3 |
| 2005 | The Inner/Outer World of Shah Rukh Khan Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2004 | Koffee with Karan TV | Self - Host | 5.9 |
| 2004 | Indian Idol TV | Self | 5.7 |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho Movie | Jenny's Restaurant Customer (uncredited) | 7.5 |
| 2002 | Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai TV | Himself | |
| 2000 | Kaun Banega Crorepati TV | Self | 6.6 |
| 1998 | Zee Cine Awards TV | Host | |
| 1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge Movie | Rocky, Raj's friend | 8.5 |
| 1954 | Filmfare Awards TV | Unknown character | |
| 1954 | Filmfare Awards TV | Host |
Crew (146)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028 | RN Kao Based Film Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2027 | Rakhi Sawant Ki Shaadi Mein Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2027 | Lag Jaa Gale Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2027 | Naagzilla Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2026 | Student of the Year 3 TV | Producer · Production |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Udta Teer Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2026 | Jindagi Once More Movie | Producer · Production | 7.0 |
| 2026 | Chand Mera Dil Movie | Producer · Production | 5.5 |
| 2026 | Accused Movie | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2025 | Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri Movie | Producer · Production | 4.3 |
| 2025 | Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Movie | Producer · Production | 5.6 |
| 2025 | Homebound Movie | Producer · Production | 7.8 |
| 2025 | Do You Wanna Partner TV | Producer · Production | 6.5 |
| 2025 | Dhadak 2 Movie | Producer · Production | 6.9 |
| 2025 | Sarzameen Movie | Producer · Production | 4.1 |
| 2025 | Aap Jaisa Koi Movie | Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| 2025 | The Traitors TV | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2025 | Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh Movie | Producer · Production | 7.1 |
| 2025 | Akaal: The Unconquered Movie | Producer · Production | 5.5 |
| 2025 | Nadaaniyan Movie | Producer · Production | 5.9 |
| 2024 | Jigra Movie | Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 2024 | The Tribe TV | Producer · Production | |
| 2024 | Devara: Part 1 Movie | Presenter · Crew | 6.8 |
| 2024 | Call Me Bae TV | Producer · Production | 8.5 |
| 2024 | Gyaarah Gyaarah TV | Producer · Production | 7.5 |
| 2024 | Bad Newz Movie | Producer · Production | 4.7 |
| 2024 | KILL Movie | Producer · Production | 7.2 |
| 2024 | Mr. & Mrs. Mahi Movie | Producer · Production | 5.9 |
| 2024 | Ae Watan Mere Watan Movie | Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| 2024 | Yodha Movie | Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 2024 | Showtime TV | Executive Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 2024 | Love Storiyaan TV | Executive Producer · Production | 6.5 |
| 2023 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Movie | Director · Directing | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Movie | Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Selfiee Movie | Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 2022 | Govinda Naam Mera Movie | Producer · Production | 5.9 |
| 2022 | Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva Movie | Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2022 | Liger Movie | Producer · Production | 4.0 |
| 2022 | JugJugg Jeeyo Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2022 | The Fame Game TV | Producer · Production | 5.8 |
| 2022 | Gehraiyaan Movie | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2021 | Sooryavanshi Movie | Producer · Production | 5.8 |
| 2021 | Meenakshi Sundareshwar Movie | Producer · Production | 5.6 |
| 2021 | Shershaah Movie | Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 2021 | Bigg Boss OTT TV | Creator · Creator | 6.4 |
| 2021 | Ajeeb Daastaans Movie | Producer · Production | 6.1 |
| 2020 | Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives TV | Executive Producer · Production | 4.5 |
| 2020 | Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl Movie | Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 2020 | Guilty Movie | Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 2020 | Bhoot: Part One - The Haunted Ship Movie | Producer · Production | 5.5 |
| 2020 | Ghost Stories Movie | Director · Directing | 5.2 |
| 2019 | Good Newwz Movie | Producer · Production | 6.5 |
| 2019 | Bala Movie | Thanks · Crew | 6.5 |
| 2019 | Drive Movie | Producer · Production | 5.0 |
| 2019 | Student of the Year 2 Movie | Producer · Production | 4.1 |
| 2019 | Kalank Movie | Producer · Production | 5.8 |
| 2019 | Kesari Movie | Producer · Production | 7.1 |
| 2018 | Simmba Movie | Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2018 | 2.0 Movie | Presenter · Crew | 5.9 |
| 2018 | Dhadak Movie | Producer · Production | 6.9 |
| 2018 | Lust Stories Movie | Director · Directing | 6.3 |
| 2018 | Bucket List Movie | Presenter · Crew | 5.5 |
| 2018 | Raazi Movie | Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 2018 | India’s Next Superstars TV | Creator · Creator | 5.5 |
| 2017 | Ittefaq Movie | Producer · Production | 6.8 |
| 2017 | Bāhubali 2: The Conclusion Movie | Presenter · Crew | 7.5 |
| 2017 | Badrinath Ki Dulhania Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2017 | The Ghazi Attack Movie | Presenter · Crew | 7.1 |
| 2017 | Ok Jaanu Movie | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2016 | Dear Zindagi Movie | Producer · Production | 7.0 |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.4 |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Movie | Director · Directing | 6.4 |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Movie | Dialogue · Writing | 6.4 |
| 2016 | Baar Baar Dekho Movie | Producer · Production | 5.8 |
| 2016 | Kapoor & Sons Movie | Producer · Production | 7.1 |
| 2015 | Shaandaar Movie | Producer · Production | 4.3 |
| 2015 | Brothers Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2015 | Bāhubali: The Beginning Movie | Presenter · Crew | 7.6 |
| 2014 | Ungli Movie | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2014 | Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2014 | 2 States Movie | Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 2014 | Hasee Toh Phasee Movie | Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 2013 | Gori Tere Pyaar Mein Movie | Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 2013 | Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani Movie | Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.3 |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies Movie | Director · Directing | 6.3 |
| 2012 | Student of the Year Movie | Producer · Production | 5.8 |
| 2012 | Student of the Year Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 5.8 |
| 2012 | Student of the Year Movie | Director · Directing | 5.8 |
| 2012 | Student of the Year Movie | Story · Writing | 5.8 |
| 2012 | Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu Movie | Producer · Production | 5.6 |
| 2012 | Agneepath Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2011 | Ra.One Movie | Thanks · Crew | 5.8 |
| 2010 | We Are Family Movie | Producer · Production | 5.7 |
| 2010 | I Hate Luv Storys Movie | Producer · Production | 5.8 |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan Movie | Director · Directing | 8.0 |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan Movie | Producer · Production | 8.0 |
| 2009 | Kurbaan Movie | Producer · Production | 5.0 |
| 2009 | Kurbaan Movie | Story · Writing | 5.0 |
| 2009 | Wake Up Sid Movie | Producer · Production | 7.2 |
| 2008 | Dostana Movie | Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2007 | Om Shanti Om Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 7.1 |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna Movie | Story · Writing | 6.5 |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.5 |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna Movie | Director · Directing | 6.5 |
| 2005 | Kaal Movie | Co-Producer · Production | 4.7 |
| 2004 | Koffee with Karan TV | Creator · Creator | 5.9 |
| 2004 | Koffee with Karan TV | Executive Producer · Production | 5.9 |
| 2004 | Veer-Zaara Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 7.5 |
| 2004 | Main Hoon Na Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 6.6 |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 7.5 |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho Movie | Story · Writing | 7.5 |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho Movie | Producer · Production | 7.5 |
| 2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham Movie | Director · Directing | 7.7 |
| 2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham Movie | Story · Writing | 7.7 |
| 2000 | Mohabbatein Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 7.1 |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Movie | Director · Directing | 7.5 |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 7.5 |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Movie | Dialogue · Writing | 7.5 |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Movie | Story · Writing | 7.5 |
| 1998 | Duplicate Movie | Co-Producer · Production | 6.0 |
| 1998 | Duplicate Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 6.0 |
| 1997 | Dil To Pagal Hai Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 6.9 |
| 1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge Movie | Costume Design · Costume & Make-Up | 8.5 |
| TBA | Rajshree Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Untitled Akshay Kumar - Chandoo Mondeti Film Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Nazdeekiyan Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Untitled Prosit Roy Film Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Odiyan Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Kuku Ki Kundli Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Untitled Sandeep Modi/Kartik Aaryan Project Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Untitled Karan Johar - Sachin Ravi Film Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2 Movie | Director · Directing | |
| TBA | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2 Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Jet Set Go TV | Director · Directing | |
| TBA | Jet Set Go TV | Creator · Creator | |
| TBA | Kill 2 Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Deadly Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Bhoot: Part Two Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Screw Dheela Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Karan Johar's Hridayam remake Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Dostana 2 Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | The Bull Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Dharma Production Horror Flick Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Gadadhari Bheem Movie | Producer · Production |
Latest releases
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari2025 / TMDB 5.6
- Schirkoa: In Lies We Trust2024 / TMDB 5.7
- Modern Masters: SS Rajamouli2024 / TMDB 8.6
- Searching for Sheela2021 / TMDB 5.7
- Good Newwz2019 / TMDB 6.5
- Simmba2018 / TMDB 6.2
Questions about Karan Johar
What are Karan Johar's most successful films?
Karan Johar's most successful films include 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', 'My Name Is Khan', and 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna', all of which achieved significant box office success and critical acclaim.
Has Karan Johar won any awards?
Yes, Karan Johar has won several awards, including Filmfare Awards for Best Director and Best Film, recognizing his contributions to Indian cinema.
What was Karan Johar's first film as a director?
Karan Johar made his directorial debut with the blockbuster film 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' in 1998, which established him as a leading filmmaker.
What is Karan Johar's estimated net worth?
Karan Johar's estimated net worth is approximately $200 million, making him one of the wealthiest figures in the Indian film industry.
How many children does Karan Johar have?
Karan Johar has two children, Yash Johar and Roohi Johar, whom he welcomed via surrogacy.
What is Karan Johar known for?
Karan Johar is primarily known for his work as a director and producer, particularly in the romantic and family drama genres, and for his influential role in Bollywood.
What other roles does Karan Johar have in the film industry?
In addition to directing, Karan Johar is a successful producer and television host, known for his engaging talk show 'Koffee with Karan'.
What impact has Karan Johar had on Indian cinema?
Karan Johar has had a significant impact on Indian cinema, popularizing the family drama genre and shaping modern Bollywood narratives with his unique storytelling style.