Karan Johar fires back at trolls calling Alia Bhatt 'Nepo Kid': 'Most idiotic person on this planet…'

Karan Johar defends Alia Bhatt against ongoing nepotism accusations, offering his perspective on the situation. Johar, who launched Alia's career in 2012 with "Student Of The Year," has been a frequent target of criticism. Johar has consistently denied claims of favoritism and actively pushing Alia's career.

In the interview with Baradwaj Rangan for Galatta Plus, Karan didn't shy away from the question about Alia and the "nepo kid" label. He shared his thoughts and perspective, likely offering insights into the challenges and perceptions faced by star kids in the industry.

Have you seen Highway? Have you seen Udta Punjab? Have you seen Raazi? Have you seen Gangubai? Just see her movies. If you are still calling her a nepo kid, then you’ve got to be the most idiotic person on this planet. And no one can help you.

- Karan Johar

Karan Johar's close relationship with Alia Bhatt is evident in his public statements, often referring to her as his "first daughter" and expressing his emotional investment in her career.

Recent criticism, particularly following the latest season of "Koffee With Karan," has centered on Johar's frequent mentions of Alia and his praise of her acting abilities.

Previously, in a conversation with ETimes, Karan discussed his sentimental link with Alia. He communicated insights regarding their bond and the depth of his feelings for her. “She’s the first person I felt parental about. She’s the first person I felt like I had a parental instinct for. I love her and the country knows she’s one of our finest actors. I have a tremendous amount of love, respect and admiration and I’m allowed to say what I want about her. So, if I cry at her good news and I really feel good then I’m allowed to. I’m like a parent to her. Why should I be pretending for optics? I genuinely love her and I want to say it all the time."

Karan and Alia's relationship is multifaceted, encompassing friendship, mentorship, and professional collaboration. Karan often refers to Alia as his "god child," highlighting their close bond. He launched her career in 2012 with "Student of the Year."

Their professional partnership has extended to numerous successful projects, including "2 States," "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania," and "Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva." However, their recent collaboration on "Jigra" did not achieve the anticipated success.