Karan Johar movies & biography
Karan Johar is an Indian film director, producer, screenwriter, costume designer, actor and television personality, primarily known for his work in Hindi films. Born on 25 May 1972 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, he is the son of Hiroo Johar and acclaimed producer Yash Johar. He is often informally referred to as KJo.
Quick facts
| Known for | Actor |
|---|---|
| Born | 25 May 1972 (age 54) |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Latest release | Chand Mera Dil (2026) |
Best Karan Johar movies
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
My Name Is Khan
Homebound
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Kal Ho Naa HoCareer overview
Karan Johar made his directorial debut with the blockbuster romance Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), which earned him the Filmfare Awards for Best Director and Best Screenplay. His next two films were the ensemble dramas Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001) and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), both very successful in the overseas market. His counter-terrorism drama My Name Is Khan (2010) earned him his second Filmfare Award for Best Director. As a producer under the Dharma Productions banner, Johar has backed numerous films. In 2020, he produced Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020), Bhoot: Part One - The Haunted Ship (2020), and directed Ghost Stories (2020). In 2021, he produced Shershaah (2021), Sooryavanshi (2021), Meenakshi Sundareshwar (2021), and Ajeeb Daastaans (2021), and appeared as Self in the documentary Searching for Sheela (2021). In 2022, he produced Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva (2022), Liger (2022), JugJugg Jeeyo (2022), Govinda Naam Mera (2022), and Gehraiyaan (2022). In 2023, he directed and produced Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023) and produced Selfiee (2023). In 2024, he produced KILL (2024), Jigra (2024), Mr. & Mrs. Mahi (2024), Yodha (2024), and Bad Newz (2024). In 2025, he produced Dhadak 2 (2025), Nadaaniyan (2025), Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (2025), Homebound (2025), Aap Jaisa Koi (2025), Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri (2025), and Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh (2025). Upcoming projects include Chand Mera Dil (2026) and Accused (2026), both as producer.
Karan Johar movies list
| Year | Movie | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Chand Mera Dil | Producer | 5.5 TMDB |
| 2026 | Accused | Producer | 5.7 TMDB |
| 2025 | Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri | Producer | 4.3 TMDB |
| 2025 | Homebound | Producer | 7.7 TMDB |
| 2025 | Dhadak 2 | Producer | 6.9 TMDB |
| 2025 | Nadaaniyan | Producer | 5.9 TMDB |
| 2024 | Jigra | Producer | 6.0 TMDB |
| 2024 | KILL | Producer | 7.2 TMDB |
| 2023 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani | Director | 6.2 TMDB |
| 2023 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani | Producer | 6.2 TMDB |
| 2022 | Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva | Producer | 6.2 TMDB |
| 2022 | Liger | Producer | 4.0 TMDB |
| 2021 | Sooryavanshi | Producer | 5.8 TMDB |
| 2021 | Shershaah | Producer | 7.3 TMDB |
| 2019 | Kalank | Producer | 5.8 TMDB |
| 2018 | Simmba | Producer | 6.2 TMDB |
| 2018 | Lust Stories | Director | 6.3 TMDB |
| 2018 | Raazi | Producer | 7.3 TMDB |
| 2017 | Ok Jaanu | Producer | 5.7 TMDB |
| 2016 | Dear Zindagi | Producer | 7.0 TMDB |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Director | 6.4 TMDB |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Screenplay | 6.4 TMDB |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Producer | 6.4 TMDB |
| 2013 | Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani | Producer | 7.3 TMDB |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies | Director | 6.3 TMDB |
| 2013 | Bombay Talkies | Screenplay | 6.3 TMDB |
| 2012 | Agneepath | Producer | 6.4 TMDB |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan | Director | 8.0 TMDB |
| 2010 | My Name Is Khan | Producer | 8.0 TMDB |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | Guest Appearance (uncredited) | 6.5 TMDB |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | Director | 6.5 TMDB |
| 2006 | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | Screenplay | 6.5 TMDB |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho | Screenplay | 7.5 TMDB |
| 2003 | Kal Ho Naa Ho | Producer | 7.5 TMDB |
| 2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham | Director | 7.7 TMDB |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Director | 7.5 TMDB |
| 1998 | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | Screenplay | 7.5 TMDB |
| 1995 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Rocky, Raj's friend | 8.5 TMDB |
Karan Johar web series
| Year | Series | Role | Episodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Ba***ds of Bollywood | Karan Johar | 6 |
| 2024 | Call Me Bae | Producer | 8 |
| 2024 | Gyaarah Gyaarah | Producer | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Karan Johar's latest movie?
Karan Johar's latest movies in our database are Chand Mera Dil (2026) and Accused (2026), both as producer.
What was Karan Johar's debut?
Karan Johar made his directorial debut with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).
What is Karan Johar's age and birthplace?
Karan Johar was born on 25 May 1972 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
What are Karan Johar's best-known films?
Karan Johar is known for directing Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001), Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), My Name Is Khan (2010), and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023).
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