I have major issues with these people."
Karan Johar has addressed the severe backlash his film Nadaaniyan is receiving.
Starring Khushi Kapoor and Ibrahim Ali Khan, the film has been widely criticised for its performances, storyline, and execution.
Karan spoke out against the harsh language used by some critics.
Karan responded to the backlash, condemning the choice of words used by certain critics.
He said: “A critic wrote, ‘I want to kick this film’. I have major issues with these people.
“I have no issues with the industry, trolls, opinion makers, social commentary. I happily accept people’s opinions.
“In the same way, we have also our Nadaaniyan, Gustakhiyaan, and Gehraiyaan.
“But, when you write such things in your review, it is not a reflection of the film, it is a reflection of you.”
The film has faced a wave of criticism, with many blurring the line between professional review and personal attack.
Karan Johar condemned this approach, highlighting the violence inherent in the language used.
He added: “These intellectual cinema lovers should have a sensitive side because nobody wants to be kicked. Kicking is violence. It is physical violence.
“When you are not allowed violence in the real world, even words are equally violent. You should be condemned for being violent.”
Karan Johar’s remarks follow similar sentiments expressed by other industry veterans, including Sonu Sood, Hansal Mehta, and Vikram Bhatt.
Hansal Mehta, in particular, criticised the advisers behind the young actors, suggesting that they failed to gauge the right moment for their grand debut.
“These advisers need a reality check as they don’t understand the pulse of time.”
Despite the criticism, Karan defended his film:
“People who know me know that my relationship with film critics never changes based on what they write.”
“It is their right and their job. I don’t have conspiracy theories that they are on a mission to bring down a film.”
However, Karan made it clear that harsh language and personal attacks crossed a line.
“I find it disturbing because intellectual cinema lovers should have a sensitive and compassionate side.”
The debate surrounding Nadaaniyan highlights the fine balance between artistic critique and respectful discourse, an issue that continues to stir conversations within the film industry.
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