In the innocently harsh world of family banter, children’s remarks can sometimes catch their parents off guard with humorous yet candid critiques. This was the case for Bollywood’s esteemed filmmaker, Karan Johar, who faced a cute if straightforward criticism from his young son, Yash Johar, regarding his hairstyling prowess—or lack thereof.
On an ordinary day that turned rather amusing for social media followers, Karan Johar decided to share a snippet of his domestic life with the public. Known for his wit and repartee, Johar often engages fans with snippets of his twins’ adorable antics, but it was a particular video that caused quite a stir on Instagram. This time, it was Yash who took center stage, doling out his verdict on Karan’s hairstyling abilities with the blunt honesty only a child can muster.
In the shared moment, Karan is seen probing his son about what hairstyle he fancies for an upcoming dance performance. Yash envisioned something bold—a spiked hairdo topped with a dash of blue. Initially endearing, the conversation then took an amusing turn when Johar asked his son if he aspires to be a rock star, to which Yash optimistically affirmed his future rock star status. But Karan’s light-hearted scepticism about his son’s vocal skills led to an unexpected role reversal where the director found himself at the receiving end of some child-sized critique. Yash suddenly exclaimed, “Okay, I got news. Dada does the worst hairstyle.” Audible surprise and amusement followed, as Karan, more accustomed to giving feedback than receiving, especially from his toddler, jokingly asked for clarification, as if to confirm the “breaking news” his son so cheekily announced.
Not stopping there, Yash humorously dared his father to emulate a hairstyle depicted in a photograph, prompting Karan Johar to promptly wrap up the conversation with his familiar sign-off, “Bye Bye and toodles.”
Embracing the role of the critic at home, Karan Johar titled the video “My hair apparent!..#criticsathome,” which promptly captured the hearts of fans and friends alike. Celebrities such as Huma Qureshi and Riddhima Kapoor couldn’t resist commenting, with expressions of adoration and words of how “so cute” the interaction was.
Switching gears from family banter to professional realms, Karan Johar’s last directorial venture, ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,’ enjoyed significant success following its release the previous year. With a star-studded ensemble featuring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt alongside venerable actors such as Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi, the film secured nominations across 18 categories at the 2024 Filmfare Awards. Celebrating artistic merit, Alia Bhatt took home the Best Actress award for her performance in the film, solidifying its hit status.
While followers eagerly await the announcement of Johar’s next directorial project, he has tantalized fans with hints of a new production in the works. Showcasing his flair for intrigue and interactivity, the filmmaker teased a puzzle for fans to decipher regarding the film’s cast and title. Sharing a cryptic message, Johar expressed that this project had been kept tightly under wraps for over a year, with the first-time director deliberately choosing to keep even the crew in the dark about certain film aspects.
As Karan Johar threads the needle between creative professional endeavors and light-hearted family interactions, the candid charm of his children—particularly a son poised to be a rock star with hairstyle opinions to boot—serves as a reminder that even the most gleaming stars in the glitterati may have to brace for playful jibes within the loving walls of home.
