Karan Johar Recalls Dad's Final Words
Filmmaker shares memories of Yash Johar, who founded Dharma Productions and taught him the importance of kindness
Karan Johar, a 54-year-old filmmaker, recently recalled his father Yash Johar's final words and shared memories of their interactions. Yash Johar, who passed away in 2004 at the age of 74, was the founder of Dharma Productions, a film production company that backed movies such as 'Dostana', 'Gumrah', and 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'.
Yash Johar had a unique way of encouraging his son, often telling him to learn horse riding and become a hero. However, Karan Johar's mother, Hiroo Johar, would always bring him back down to earth, giving him a reality check whenever his father hyped him up.
Karan Johar remembered his father's values and kindness, saying that he was his hero. He recalled how his father would often root for him, even when he didn't look his best. The filmmaker shared a story about how his father reacted when he brought home his first designer jacket, a Burberry coat, and how he would often tell him to become a hero.
Yash Johar's death in 2004 left a void in Karan Johar's life, and he still prays to his father every day. The filmmaker's tribute to his father on his birth anniversary was a moving reminder of the importance of kindness and values.
## Why it matters The story of Karan Johar and his father Yash Johar highlights the importance of family values and the impact that parents can have on their children's lives. Yash Johar's emphasis on kindness and humility has clearly had a lasting impact on Karan Johar, who has gone on to become a successful filmmaker in his own right. The story also serves as a reminder of the void that is left when a loved one passes away, and how their memory can continue to inspire and guide us.
Karan Johar's memories of his father are a testament to the enduring power of love and family, and serve as a reminder to appreciate the time we have with our loved ones. As Karan Johar continues to make his mark on the film industry, his father's legacy lives on through him, and his story is a reminder of the importance of staying true to our values and being kind to those around us.
