Birthday Special: Biggest Hits of Karan Johar’s Career

May 25, 2024, 12:14 IST

Pragati Awasthi

Ace filmmaker Karan Johar needs no introduction! In his decades-long career, the director has delivered several blockbuster movies that have become cult classics in Indian cinema. On Karan’s special day, let’s take a look at his biggest hits:

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

With his debut movie, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Karan proved his talent. Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukherji, the movie became the third highest-grossing Indian film at that time, earning a total of Rs 107 crore (Rs 1.07 billion).

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

Another iconic movie by Johar. Released in 2001, the film grossed Rs 136 crore (Rs 1.36 billion) worldwide.

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

Regarded as one of his best works, this 2006 movie was not only a hit in India but also performed well in the international market, earning Rs 113 crores (Rs 1.13 billion) at the box office.

My Name Is Khan

One of the most controversial movies of Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar’s careers, but the movie was critically praised and grossed Rs 223 crore (Rs 2.23 billion) worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2010.

Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

 After a long break, Karan made a directorial comeback with the musical drama Ae Dil Hai Mushkil in 2016. The movie earned Rs 237.56 crore (Rs 2.35 billion) worldwide.

Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani

The biggest hit of Karan Johar’s career. Starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, the 2023 movie earned Rs 355.61 crore ( Rs 3.5 billion) at the box office.

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