Karan Johar CLEARS the air on 'not making a movie like Homebound again': "Don't misquote my......"

Karan Johar recently found himself at the centre of social media debate after a comment he made about his production Homebound sparked controversy. During an appearance on the Game Changers podcast, Karan candidly admitted that while Homebound received global acclaim, he might think twice before producing a similar film again, because “growth comes from profit.” The statement, meant to shed light on the realities of filmmaking economics, didn’t sit well with fans, many of whom accused him of undermining meaningful cinema. The backlash was swift. Viewers pointed out that Homebound had limited screens during its theatrical run, especially when compared to Karan’s other film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Some also argued that the lack of adequate distribution, not audience disinterest, affected its box office numbers.

Karan Johar Sets the Record Straight

Amid the noise, Karan took to Instagram to clarify his stance. In a heartfelt note shared on his Stories, he wrote, “I humbly request my friends and members of the media not to misconstrue or misquote my comments on Homebound. It was an academic chat on the business of our movies.” He reaffirmed his pride in the film, calling it “one of our finest and most sensitively performed and directed works.”

He also shared that his team is working to expand Homebound’s global presence and is thrilled with its growing domestic viewership. Karan’s clarification aimed to remind fans that while commercial success is important, artistic satisfaction remains just as vital to him.

The Film That Started It All

Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, Homebound tells the story of two childhood friends from a small Indian hamlet who dream of becoming police officers. Their journey tests their friendship, ambitions, and moral boundaries. With moving performances by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, supported by Janhvi Kapoor and Shalini Vatsa, the film struck a chord with critics and audiences alike for its emotional honesty and grounded storytelling.

Despite the recent controversy, Karan’s words and his clarification only underline a larger truth of the industry, where the struggle between creativity and commerce never really ends.