Karan Johar Shuts Down Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2 Rumors, Defends Timeless Classic

Karan Johar has finally responded to persistent rumours about Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2, offering clarity on what’s actually in the works, and what isn’t

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Filmmaker Karan Johar has addressed ongoing speculation around a sequel to his 2001 blockbuster Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, opening up about rumours of a second instalment. Speaking on On Call with Sonal Kalra for The Right Angle, Karan clarified that there are no plans for K3G 2 or any reworking of his ambitious period drama Takht.

Released in 2001, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham remains one of Bollywood’s most iconic family dramas, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Amitabh Bachchan and Hrithik Roshan. The film’s enduring popularity, Johar noted, lies in the nostalgia it continues to evoke across generations.

While acknowledging that K3G was not without flaws, Karan emphasised that the film's emotional legacy is something he would not want to disturb. “Every film has its flaws…

Karan also confirmed that Takht is not being revived at the moment, though he remains committed to the project. Calling it one of the strongest screenplays of his career, written by Sumit Roy, the filmmaker said he hopes to bring it to life in the future.