Ranking Every Karan Johar Film from Least Favorite to Best Before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani : Part 2

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham! It’s like Karan Johar didn’t even realize he was creating a classic when he made that movie, right? The way Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Hrithik Roshan came together in this family drama was something special. And let’s not forget about Kareena Kapoor’s iconic portrayal of Poo – she totally stole the show with her style and dialogue delivery. The film’s mix of humor and drama has definitely contributed to its cult status over the years.

Lust Stories! It’s pretty rare to see Indian filmmakers diving into female sexuality, right? That anthology was a real standout with its four stories exploring women’s sexual desires. Karan Johar’s part with Kiara Advani and Vicky Kaushal was so unique, especially with the hilarious twist at the end. The film really shed light on Indian men’s attitudes towards sex and masculinity in a clever and quirky way.

My Name Is Khan! It was quite a significant film for Karan Johar, right? Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of Rizwan Khan was truly heartwarming. The film’s exploration of Islamophobia post-9/11 and Rizwan’s journey to meet the US President to prove his innocence was really impactful. Despite some mixed reviews, Khan’s performance really stood out and brought a lot of depth to the character. Johar’s sensitive handling of such a complex and topical story was commendable.

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna! It’s not just your typical love story with a star-studded cast like Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Preity Zinta, Abhishek Bachchan, and Amitabh Bachchan. The film really delves into the complexities of unhappy marriages and adultery in a way that sets it apart. Khan’s portrayal of a cynical and jealous character adds a whole new dimension to the storyline. Johar’s unique approach to such a sensitive topic definitely made the film stand out.

Bombay Talkies! It was such a groundbreaking film for Karan Johar. The way he explored homosexuality in the anthology to celebrate Indian cinema’s 100 years was truly bold and experimental. Rani Mukerji, Randeep Hooda, and Saqib Saleem brought such depth to their characters in a story that delved into infidelity and homophobia. Johar’s departure from his usual love stories to tackle such important themes was really impressive. It was a significant step forward for Bollywood to openly discuss homosexuality in a commercial film like this. Johar’s sensitive handling of the subject matter made the film truly exceptional.