Karan Johar Says Imtiaz Ali's 'Highway' Was Alia's True Launch

In a heartfelt Instagram post alongside a picture featuring himself, Alia, and Ranveer from the film, Johar reminisced about his experience working with Alia, noting how her portrayal of 'Rani' in 'Highway' left an indelible mark.

Karan Johar recently celebrated the success of his film 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' and took to Instagram to praise the exceptional performances of Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh. While expressing his admiration for their work, Johar highlighted Alia's journey as an actor, pinpointing 'Highway' as her true launch into the realm of artistic prowess.

In a heartfelt Instagram post alongside a picture featuring himself, Alia, and Ranveer from the film, Johar reminisced about his experience working with Alia, noting how her portrayal of 'Rani' in 'Highway' left an indelible mark. He credited Imtiaz Ali for guiding and nurturing Alia's evolution as an artist, acknowledging that although 'Student of the Year' marked her technical debut, 'Highway' was where her true artistry unfolded.

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Johar expressed his admiration for Alia's dedication, mentioning her constant pursuit to shape her character, Rani, into a blend of strength and relatability. He praised Ranveer as an irreplaceable force of nature, acknowledging the meticulous preparation and dedication he brought to the role of 'Rocky Randhawa' in the film.

The director emphasized Ranveer's commitment to his craft, detailing the actor's intense preparation, dialect training, and dedication to perfecting his character, commending his unwavering passion for the art over the superficial perceptions often associated with celebrities.

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Johar expressed gratitude for the universe for bringing these talented artists together for his film, acknowledging the profound friendship that evolved between the trio during the making of the movie.

'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,' which portrays a love story between individuals from contrasting backgrounds, marked Karan Johar's directorial return after seven years. Despite facing competition from global blockbusters, the film resonated well with audiences and performed commendably at the Indian box-office.

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(With Agency Inputs)

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