Karan Johar says mainstream actors don't want to take risks, reveals 'Saiyaara' has inspired him to make a love story: 'Box office game has become...'
Ahaan Panday
and actress
Aneet Padda
in the lead roles, the romantic drama has struck an emotional chord with audiences across the country. As the film continues to receive widespread acclaim,
Karan Johar
, who recently directed 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani', has now shared that he's inspired by
Mohit Suri
's directorial to make more romantic films.
Speaking to Suchin Mehrotra on Season 3 of The Streaming Show, the filmmaker said, 'When I watched 'Saiyaara', I think after a long time I felt so inspired. I was like, I want to make a love story." Johar further stated that mainstream actors are quite reluctant to take risks nowadays, saying, 'I don't think many mainstream actors want to take a chance today. I think the box office game has become too important. It's become too big in all their collective heads.
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Karan Johar watched 'Saiyaara' soon after its release and was all praise for the film. Taking to social media, he wrote, 'What a debut @ahaanpandayy!!!! You broke my heart and yet energised me as a filmmaker… your eyes spoke volumes and I can't wait to see your journey ahead… You are spectacular!!!! Welcome to the movies!!! @aneetpadda_ you gorgeous girl… how lovely and amazing are you!!! Your silences spoke volumes and your vulnerability and strength moved me to tears… Both Ahaan and you were beyond magical! My congratulations to the entire music and technical team of #Saiyaara (special mention to the brilliant editing team) and a special shout-out to the casting queen @shanoosharmarahihai! Love you Shanoo!!!'
'Saiyaara' has crossed Rs 300 crore at the domestic box office.
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