Indian filmmaker Karan Johar was honoured by the British Parliament for his contribution to the "global entertainment industry" as he completes 25 years as a filmmaker in 2023.
Johar shared the news on his official Instagram account on Tuesday, the same day his longtime friend and superstar Shah Rukh Khan unveiled the teaser of his upcoming directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani.
Indian-origin House of Lords peer Baroness Sandy Verma presented the citation to Johar, he said in his post.
"Today has been such a special day! I am fortunate and deeply grateful to be honoured at the British House of Parliament, in London by the esteemed Baroness Verma of Leicester. We celebrated my 25th year as a filmmaker in the film industry and I launched the teaser for #RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani too!" the 51-year-old filmmaker wrote.
It is one of those days when he realises that dreams do come true, he added.
Johar made his directorial debut in 1998 with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, and has gone on to become one of the most influential figures in the Indian film industry.
As a director, his credits include Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, and My Name Is Khan. He has films such as Kal Ho Naa Ho, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Kapoor & Sons, and Raazi to his credit as a producer. Also a presenter, Johar hosts his celebrity chat show Koffee With Karan.
"Thank you everyone for the unabashed love you have shown me in my journey. And I promise you, there is more to come! @ukparliament," the director further said in his post.
His family banner Dharma Productions also posted a series of pictures of Johar receiving the citation.
"IT ONLY GETS GRANDER WITH DOUBLE THE CELEBRATION! We're over the moon to see our captain, #KaranJohar honoured at the British Parliament in London TODAY for his contribution to the global entertainment industry - celebrating his 25th anniversary year! (sic)" the production house tweeted.
Johar's film Rocky Aur Rani..., fronted by Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, marks his return to direction after 2016's Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.
The film also stars veteran actors Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi in key roles. It is set to hit the screens on July 28.
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Amitabh Bachchan reveals why he praises Abhishek publicly but not Jaya or Aishwarya
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Amitabh Bachchan has responded to online comments asking why he often praises son Abhishek Bachchan on social media but not wife Jaya Bachchan, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai, or daughter Shweta. The actor explained that while he chooses to support Abhishek publicly, he honours the women in his family privately, saying he prefers to respect them “in his heart.”
Bachchan defends Abhishek praise, addresses fan remarks online
The 81-year-old actor, who regularly shares photos and thoughts with fans, recently posted images of himself meeting admirers outside his Mumbai home, Jalsa. Captioned “Yes, I praise Abhishek. So?”, the post sparked comments from users questioning why he doesn’t do the same for Jaya, Aishwarya, or Shweta.
Responding directly, Bachchan wrote, “Yes, I shall praise them in my heart… not publicly… respect for the ladies.” His reply quickly circulated across platforms, with many praising his thoughtful answer. Others pointed to his tendency to engage more often when defending Abhishek, especially around film releases.
Bachchan also shut down a user accusing him of having “paid fans,” bluntly replying, “Prove it! You are small-minded… why don’t you pay and get fans too?” When another person mocked those waiting outside his home as “unemployed,” he replied with characteristic wit: “So give them a job? When they stand at the gate of Jalsa, they are EMPLOYED in love.”
Actor remains active on social media while juggling film projects
Bachchan has become increasingly interactive online in recent years, often directly responding to criticism and fan feedback. Meanwhile, Abhishek was last seen in Housefull 5, a multi-starrer comedy that released earlier this month. Jaya Bachchan appeared in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani in 2023, while Aishwarya Rai was part of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan films. Despite the online chatter, Amitabh continues to walk his own path, on-screen and online.