Karan Johar Shuts Down Troll Over 'Nepo' Remark After Praising Ahaan Panday's 'Saiyaara'

Karan Johar has hit back sharply at a troll who labelled him “Nepo kid ka daijaan” following his glowing praise for Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s film Saiyaara. The filmmaker, known for his vocal stance on nepotism debates, didn’t hold back this time.

After expressing admiration for Saiyaara and its cast, Johar faced criticism accusing him of promoting insider talent. Responding on social media, he wrote, “Chup kar! Aur khud kuch kaam kar…” a direct retort that quickly grabbed attention online.

Johar defended his right to support new talent, regardless of their lineage, and urged critics to focus on merit instead of labels. His bold response has reignited the nepotism conversation, but also earned him support for calling out toxic commentary in the industry.
**This news has been published on Times of India on 21st July 2025.