Jigra Box Office Failure: Karan Johar recently added fuel to his own fire where he candidly addressed several heated issues in Bollywood. These comments come at a time when Johar’s own film Jigra, starring Alia Bhatt, has been embroiled in controversy. Accusations of inflated box office numbers have surfaced, further fueling the ongoing debate about transparency in the industry. In an interview with The Indian Express, KJo’s remarks confirmed a widely held belief that box office figures are often inflated, casting decisions are not solely based on talent, and many celebrities may not be truthful in their public endorsements of films.
“Yes numbers are fudged, it’s true”- Karan Johar
When asked if box office figures are ever manipulated, Karan Johar gave a direct answer: “Yes, numbers are fudged, true.” This remark sheds light on a long-standing practice in the industry, where box office collections are often inflated to create a perception of success. Johar’s admission underscores what many insiders and critics have suspected—that reported figures don’t always reflect the actual performance of a film.
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Karan Johar acknowledges role of privilege over talent
The conversation then shifted to the casting of actors, particularly whether talent alone secures roles in films. Johar was unequivocal in his response, dismissing the idea that talent is the sole factor in casting decisions. “Box office, popularity, always equal talent,” he said. He further elaborated by reflecting on his own journey in the film industry, admitting that while there are countless filmmakers more talented than him, he has benefited from privilege and opportunities that others may not have.
“I’m quite sure there are more talented people and filmmakers than me, but I’m privileged and I’m grateful for that,” he remarked.
Karan johar calls out celebrity dishonesty in film reviews
Perhaps the most striking moment of the conversation came when Johar addressed the integrity of film reviews shared by celebrities. When the host brought up whether stars tweet their honest opinions about films, Johar bluntly responded, “No, we are all liars. We are all big, fat liars.” This frank admission peeled back yet another layer of the facade that often surrounds the Bollywood machine, where public personas and behind-the-scenes realities rarely align.
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