Karan Johar's Candid Comments on Bollywood WhatsApp Chats

Karan Johar, celebrated for both his blockbuster films and his unapologetic wit, recently offered a humorous and revealing glimpse into the private conversations within Bollywood’s WhatsApp groups. During a discussion with Barkha Dutt for The Mojo Story, an enthusiastic audience member asked if he would ever consider turning these private chats into a book or a movie. Johar's response was characteristically candid and entertaining, stating that if anyone were to gain access to these group chats involving him and his industry friends, they would likely be forced to move to London, unable to continue living in their current city.
Johar, a central figure in the Hindi film industry's social circles, elaborated on the unfiltered nature of these discussions. He explained that the conversations are "very candid, honest, and sometimes very b**chy analysis of our immediate environment and what is going on." He humorously added that within these groups, they act as "fashion critics, we are movie critics. We are critics of everything in that group. Everyone has an opinion, and none of us can ever put those opinions out there." This insight paints a vivid picture of the private, unvarnished discourse among Bollywood's elite.
Beyond his social revelations, Karan Johar is actively engaged in new projects. He is currently captivating audiences as the host of *The Traitors*, a high-stakes reality series streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The show features 20 celebrities navigating a game of trust, deception, and survival, and is set to conclude with its grand finale on July 3. This season boasts an eclectic lineup of participants, including Raj Kundra, Lakshmi Manchu, Sahil Salathia, Maheep Kapoor, Mukesh Chhabra, Raftaar, Elnaaz Norouzi, Jannat Zubair, and Uorfi Javed.
On the film front, his production house, Dharma Productions, has unveiled the teaser for *Sarzameen*. This gripping thriller is set against the tense and volatile backdrop of Kashmir. Directed by Kayoze Irani, the film features a notable cast including Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Ibrahim Ali Khan in key roles. *Sarzameen* is scheduled to premiere on JioHotstar on July 25, adding another exciting venture to Johar's diverse portfolio.