Karan Johar, on the occasion of his 58th birthday, reminisced about an incident involving superstar Salman Khan and the inception of the film 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' in 1998. Karan shared an insightful anecdote about Salman's graciousness that led to his involvement in the iconic movie.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Karan expressed his gratitude towards Salman Khan, recounting a pivotal moment at a party when the superstar approached him. At that time, Karan was feeling lost and rejected after multiple unsuccessful attempts to cast actors in his film. Salman, aware of Karan's situation through his sister, offered to hear the script the next day.
Karan went into the narration with hope and desperation, conveying the storyline passionately. Salman, after hearing just the first half of the film, unexpectedly agreed to be a part of it. Despite being told that he was in the second half, Salman's response was, "I love your father, and my sister will kill me if I don't do this movie."
Grateful for Salman's gesture and his sister Alvira's influence, Karan acknowledged their significant roles in bringing the character of Aman to life in 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.' He conveyed immense love and respect to Salman on his birthday and hinted at the possibility of another story to be shared in the future, leaving fans intrigued.
This touching account shed light on the genuine kindness and connections that shaped the movie and how Salman Khan's support became an essential part of Karan Johar's memorable directorial debut.
(With Agency Inputs)
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