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Karan Johar
Active Bollywood
- FromMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Based inMumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Age56–65
- Active1989 – Present
- Updated
Karan Johar Biography
Karan Johar full Information
- Full Name: Karan Kumar Johar
- Nickname: KJo
- Profession: Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter, TV Host, Actor, Costume Designer
- Date of Birth: 25 May 1972
- Age: 53 Years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Religion: Hinduism
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 9 inches
- Weight: Approx. 80 kg
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family Details
- Father: Yash Johar
- Mother: Hiroo Johar
- Siblings: None
- Children: Yash Johar and Roohi Johar (via surrogacy)
Education
- School: Greenlawns High School, Mumbai
- College: H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai
- Qualification: Master’s degree in French
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1972 | Started acting career as child artist in Achanum Bappayum |
| 1974 | Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for Rajahamsam |
| 1975 | Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for Prayanam |
| 1975 | Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for Swami Ayyappan |
| 1982 | Played first lead role in Ina |
| 1992 | Appeared in Tamil superstar film Annaamalai |
| 1994 | First film credited with the name “Karan” in Nammavar |
| 1996 | Gained popularity through hit Tamil film Kadhal Kottai |
| 1997 | Noticed for roles in Love Today and Nerukku Ner |
| 1998 | Became widely recognized in Tamil cinema with multiple successful films |
| 1999 | Acted in popular films like Minsara Kanna and Poovellam Kettuppar |
| 2000 | Played villain and supporting roles in commercial Tamil films |
| 2006 | Made comeback as lead actor with Kokki |
| 2007 | Earned praise for Karuppusamy Kuththagaithaarar |
| 2008 | Starred in action film Kathavarayan |
| 2009 | Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for Malayan |
| 2011 | Appreciated for performance in Thambi Vettothi Sundaram |
| 2016 | Appeared in lead role in Uchathula Shiva |
Awards List
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1972 | Started acting career as child artist in Achanum Bappayum |
| 1974 | Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for Rajahamsam |
| 1975 | Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for Prayanam |
| 1975 | Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist for Swami Ayyappan |
| 1982 | Played first lead role in Ina |
| 1992 | Appeared in Tamil superstar film Annaamalai |
| 1994 | First film credited with the name “Karan” in Nammavar |
| 1996 | Gained popularity through hit Tamil film Kadhal Kottai |
| 1997 | Noticed for roles in Love Today and Nerukku Ner |
| 1998 | Became widely recognized in Tamil cinema with multiple successful films |
| 1999 | Acted in popular films like Minsara Kanna and Poovellam Kettuppar |
| 2000 | Played villain and supporting roles in commercial Tamil films |
| 2006 | Made comeback as lead actor with Kokki |
| 2007 | Earned praise for Karuppusamy Kuththagaithaarar |
| 2008 | Starred in action film Kathavarayan |
| 2009 | Won Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for Malayan |
| 2011 | Appreciated for performance in Thambi Vettothi Sundaram |
| 2016 | Appeared in lead role in Uchathula Shiva |
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About Karan Johar
Who is Karan Johar?
Karan Johar is an Indian filmmaker, producer, actor, and television host associated with Bollywood cinema.
What is Karan Johar famous for?
He is famous for directing and producing blockbuster Hindi films and hosting Koffee with Karan.
Which is Karan Johar’s debut film as director?
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).
What is the name of Karan Johar’s production company?
Dharma Productions.
Does Karan Johar have children?
Yes, he has twins named Yash Johar and Roohi Johar.
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