THE TV STAR
Johar with Ranveer
Singh (left) and Arjun Kapoor in the controversial AIB roast. The next season of Koffee with Karan is going to be
piping hot, Johar says.
Malaika Arora Khan, Akshay Kumar and Johar
on India’s Got Talent. Remo D’souza, Madhuri Dixit Nene and Johar on
Jhalak Dikhla Jaa.
intention or requirement to hurt another individual and we know where to draw the line, and we hope that the stars can differentiate between humour and maliciousness. It has never been and never will be about hurting someone. It’s about making people laugh and laughter is the best medicine, right?
Can you please walk us through the process of preparing to host an awards ceremony such as Aiba?
Every show has a different format and the preparation for each show will depend on the format. All I can say right now is wait and watch.
In you made your splash in acting. Will we see more of you on the big screen, and how was it working with Anurag Kashyap?
It was great working with Anurag. I said yes to the role because no one would have offered me a negative role in my lifetime. I am open to offers. I don’t have a delusion that I can do lead roles, but I am definitely open to good roles,
What has been your fondest memory of Dubai?
Dubai has always been a home away from home [for me]. I have friends and family living here. However, launching the music for Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna [his 2006 film] in Dubai was a particularly memorable time for me.
You are one of the most prolific Bollywood producers with a knack for selling an idea well. How do you choose your film projects?
I am a people’s person and am curious about human nature and what is going on in their minds — this has crept in my movies too. If the script has emotions, song, dance and a strong story that people can connect to, that is a winning combination for me.
With
and on your production plate, how are you envisioning 2016?
It is going to be a busy time for me. I like being busy and am totally looking forward to it.
Your TV show and some catty remarks made on the show didn’t go down well with some Bollywood stars. Do you think actors should take themselves a little less seriously?
Koffee with Karan is a light entertainment show. The stars on my show are not only my guest[s], but my close friends too and I invest heavily on relationships. However, sometimes spontaneity can get the better of us. Actors are humans too and, occasionally, they too have the right to air their emotions.
When will we see you again on
and how different are you hoping it would be?
I have my hands full with the upcoming projects. We will start working on the next season soon. Koffee with Karan is all about entertainment and we will stick to this winning formula. Yes, but I can say that its going to be as hot as a steaming cup of Koffee!