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Filmmaker Karan Johar spoke about his journey in fashion and cinema ahead of his appearance on the Met Gala 2026 in Recent York. In an interaction on the Empire State Constructing, Johar reflected on how his profession has come full circle, returning to fashion on considered one of its most distinguished global platforms.
Karan Johar says Met Gala moment seems like “coming full circle” in profession; wishes to take selfie with Sabrina Carpenter for daughter Roohi Johar
Recalling his early years, Johar said, “I did start as a dressing up designer. That was my primary passion after I was about 22 years old. After which I discovered on the sets of a movie that filmmaking is what really exhilarates me, excites me, inspires me.” He added that while he moved on to turn out to be a director and producer, his reference to fashion has remained constant over time.
Johar also shared memories of his first exposure to fashion through magazines. “I remember the origin of fashion in my life was Vogue. I remember reading my first fashion magazine that I read after I was all of 12 years old was Vogue. That point it wasn’t available in India, so I needed to go to a tiny shop that sold some old Vogue magazines,” he said.
Speaking concerning the significance of attending the Met Gala, Johar noted that it was an event he had followed for years. “I all the time imagined what it might feel wish to be on that carpet that represents like a story with fashion and a lot talent and a lot artistry and hours of execution of every garment and ideation. I just feel like fashion is such a deep art form,” he said. He added that this 12 months’s theme further strengthened the private significance of his presence. “For me to return back this 12 months where the theme is fashion is art really not only just completes a complete circle in my head, but additionally it’s such a critical 12 months to be representing India,” he said.
The filmmaker emphasised the importance of showcasing Indian culture on a worldwide stage. “I’m here to represent my country and likewise showcase our deep cultural heritage through my garment,” he added.
On a lighter note, Johar spoke a few personal wish for the evening. “I’m the daddy of twins. Yash and Roohi, they’re each nine. My daughter is obsessive about Sabrina Carpenter. If I can meet her and if I can take a selfie along with her, if that will be permissible, allowed, and if I’m not encroaching on her privacy, I feel my daughter will just, it’ll be the perfect gift to provide her,” he said.
Johar also confirmed that his outfit for the evening has been designed by Manish Malhotra. “He’s a legendary designer from India. He’s also my best friend. We have been collaborators on film perpetually. Every film that I’ve directed, he has actually designed for costumes. His name is Manish Malhotra. He has made my garment, which needed to occur because we have had a journey together as best friends,” Johar shared.
He further added that their collaboration for the Met Gala holds emotional value. “He went into the world of fashion, I went into film, and we crossed paths beautifully, and we’re here to represent our country together, and I feel really great and emotional about it.”
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