ANOTHER CUP!

I don't have as much money in the bank as everyone thinks. And my mum will endorse that. That's the story of my life..naam bade darshan chhote. We have large hearts, small bank balances

Earlier, I'd done an ad with Shah Rukh for the overseas market. It's quite unusual to do a 30-seconder for someone who indulges in three hour-long feature films. Huh Karan, aren't you spreading yourself too thin? Ha!You're never too rich or too thin. Ever since I was eight, I've been trying to lose weight. But seriously, when I'm into the zone of my next feature film, that's all that matters. It's not only my priority, it's my reason to be. Why is "research" essential for your next film? Because I'm getting into an atmosphere which I must know perfectly. It's a subject I believe in, I must get my facts spot-on. It's not a period film, it's very contemporary. I've to get the script right. What kind of a script are you writing? Deeply emotional, in a way somewhat feel-ungoodish, feel-uncomfortable, extra strong. Why give up on candyfloss romances? You're the last person who should ask me that. Haven't you noticed I'm growing old? I'm 34. I can't do without L'Oreal to colour the grey in my hair. Honestly, I don't feel the need to do happy romances and happier endings. It's not about loving each other anymore. Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna was the beginning of a new journey. Looking back, there was a certain confusion, indulgences in length.. some overtly commercial and comic set pieces didn't wash. There I was playing safe, I was trying to be the earlier me. Now, I must evolve, period. Would you admit that you were disappointed by the response of the audience at home to KANK? I can't deny that its domestic performance disturbed me tremendously, it fell below my expectations. Besides recovering its cost, KANK made some profit and that's it. On the other hand, it rocked big time overseas. And I can tell you its screenings on satellite channels will add to its longevity. It may not have been the best film of 2006 here but abroad it was the all-time topper. Is there a particular Karan Johar stamp of filmmaking? You tell me. So far, I've been serving a buffet. Now, I want to serve a film a la carte. What would be the value of the Kjo brand today? I don't have as much money in the bank as everyone thinks. And my mum will endorse that. That's the story of my life..naam bade darshan chhote. We have large hearts, small bank balances. Tell me, why does everyone love to love Karan Johar? Really? That's wonderful! You just have to be the person you are. I myself like eight out of 10 people I meet. What's your take on your former assistant Nikhil Advani's Salaam-e-Ishq? I haven't spoken to him after seeing Salaam-e-Ishq. I'd rather talk to him one-to-one.He's a supreme ly gifted filmmaker, a force to reckon with. What's up with the film with Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Saif Ali Khan you're producing for your other assistant Tarun Mansukhani? It's a romcom with an edge..the preparations are on in full swing. Okay, Koffee with Karan is on Star TV and you've signed a deal with NDTV. Doesn'tthisamounttocross-branding? Not at all. It's not a question of being with one channel and not with another. With NDTV, I will be creatively involved, I've always been close to Dr Prannoy Roy's family, I hope to execute a shared vision of an entertainment channel.

As for Star, Koffee with Karan is their property. I'm just Karan, Koffee is theirs. How would you rate the Indian satellite channel scene today? There's scope for so much more. Several windows have opened up, now we have to open up doors. And like Ektaa Kapoor, we have to do it in our own style..anything which connects with millions requires enormous talent. So let the superpower TV shows be, let's do our own. How much of a limelight moth are you, Karan? I love the camera, the shutterbugs. I don't have the looks to justify the attention. If the paparazzi follows me, I just pray it never stops. I just hope I don't ever have to use Botox to look photogenic..or nips and tucks which at times..(thoroughly bemused) my films could do with. Is Kjo happy then 24x7? Umm, I'm a happy sort but there are several moments in a day, when I skip in and out of depression. Maybe because I'm a typical Gemini with two faces. And remember, I'm an only child who gets his way. The only time I haven't got my way is when I prayed to God to keep my father alive..but papa went away. You've been travelling all over the world lately..why do you keep running away? Maybe because I'm escapist by nature. I can't handle a crisis..but please, it's not as if I'm facing upheavals in my life. I've been travelling mainly because of pro fessional commitments. Like I'm travelling to New York now to do a photo-session for the L'Officiel magazine. What is the wildest thing you've ever done? Must I answer that? (Pause) I've danced on a table at Tramps (a London night club) after too many Red Bulls. Quite a few people thought I was part of the entertainment act and wanted to tip me. I was flattered..and appalled. You're a party animal.. agree? If you're asking me if I love partying, yes. Which are the best parties you've been to? The parties of Shah Rukh and Gauri are always great fun. Have any of your friends, whom you've supported within your production house, let you down? The ones who have let me down within my production house.. I had never thought of them as friends. What about Soham? Let's not go there, please. Rapid fire question now. Love or sex? Love. I'm good at that. And sex? I could do much better. Fame or fortune? Fame, I'm good at that. And fortune? Some day, inshallah.

cheers

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