Karan Johar (born 1972) is an Indian film director and producer. Johar was born in Mumbai on 25 May 1972.
Among the titles that carry the name are Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Koffee with Karan. Johar had begun working by 1995.
Johar was awarded Filmfare Award for Best Director (1999), National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment (1999), Filmfare Award for Best Director (2011) and Padma Shri in arts (2020). He appeared at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2017, World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2018 and World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2019. He studied at Green Lawns High School and H. R. College of Commerce and Economics.
Johar was the son of Yash Johar and Hiroo Johar. He is recorded as following Hinduism.
The entry appears in 51 languages, placing Karan Johar among the film names followed well outside India.
