Karan Johar’s “Ok Jaanu” Regret: A Remake That Went Wrong

In a candid revelation, filmmaker Karan Johar expressed regret over producing the 2017 film “Ok Jaanu.” The movie, a remake of Mani Ratnam’s acclaimed Tamil film “OK Kanmani,” starred Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor and ultimately underperformed at the box office.

Ignoring the Gut Feeling

Johar admitted that he went against his own gut feeling in greenlighting the project. He acknowledged the inherent challenges in remaking a film as beloved and culturally impactful as Mani Ratnam’s original.

A Lesson Learned?

This experience seems to have left a mark on Johar, suggesting a greater emphasis on trusting his instincts in future projects. The director’s honesty offers a glimpse into the pressures and uncertainties of filmmaking, even for established figures like himself.