Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar, celebrating his 52nd birthday, delighted fans with a thrilling announcement of his upcoming directorial venture. Taking to his Instagram handle, he shared a snapshot holding a notepad revealing details of his new project, slated for May 25, 2024. With the caption “Get…Set…Go” accompanied by a red heart emoji, Johar set the stage for anticipation.
Unsurprisingly, Johar’s revelation ignited a wave of enthusiasm among netizens, many expressing their fervent desire for a collaboration between Johar and Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan once more. Fans flooded the comments section, urging for another joint venture with SRK. “One more with SRK please!!❤️,” exclaimed one fan, while another pleaded, “PLEASE BRING BACK SRK AND KAJOL!!!!!”
This eagerness for a reunion between Johar and SRK isn’t new. Last October, Johar expressed his aspiration to work with Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol again, stating, “Working with them would be a dream.” He emphasized their legendary status in Indian cinema, hoping to craft a narrative worthy of their talent.
Moreover, speculation arose in November about Johar planning an action-packed film featuring Shah Rukh Khan alongside Ranveer Singh. Reportedly, Johar aims to venture into the action genre, presenting Shah Rukh Khan in an unprecedented action-packed role. This potential collaboration has heightened excitement among fans, eager to witness the magic of Johar’s direction combined with SRK’s charismatic presence.
Johar and Shah Rukh Khan share a longstanding successful partnership, having collaborated on numerous hit movies such as “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” “Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna,” and “My Name Is Khan,” among others. Their cinematic collaborations have left an indelible mark on Bollywood, resonating with audiences worldwide.
Meanwhile, Johar’s previous directorial venture, “Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani,” boasted a star-studded cast including Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh, and veteran actors like Jaya Bachchan and Dharmendra. The film garnered widespread acclaim and crossed the Rs 350 crore mark at the Indian box office, further solidifying Johar’s position as a maestro of Indian cinema.