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India.com
10 hours ago
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This Bollywood star worked in a sweet shop, became the hit machine of Bollywood, started company worth Rs 2000 crore, now owned by..., his name is...
Today, we will tell you about that Bollywood star who took Hindi cinema to great heights. His cinematic power and different kinds of stories made many stars shine. He said goodbye to this world on 26 June 2004 at the age of 74. Let us tell you about this star. Came to India after the partition This is none other than Bollywood's famous producer Yash Johar. Yash Johar gave a new flight to Bollywood through his films and the establishment of Dharma Productions. He was born on 6 September 1929 in a Punjabi family in Lahore (now Pakistan) of undivided India. After the partition, his family came to Delhi. Here, his father opened a sweet shop named 'Nanking Sweets'. Looked after the business Being the most educated among the nine siblings, Yash was given the responsibility of looking after the shop's accounts. But he was not interested in it. His mother understood his restlessness and, seeing his passion for acting, showed him the way to Mumbai. After reaching Mumbai, Yash tried his hand at journalism and photography. In the 1950s, he tried to become a photographer in a newspaper, but it was not easy. An opportunity came when he took pictures of Madhubala during the shooting of 'Mughal-e-Azam'. Madhubala, who did not allow anyone to take her pictures easily. Yash started his career in 1952 with Sunil Dutt's production house 'Ajanta Arts', where he worked as an assistant in films like 'Mujhe Jeene Do' and 'Yeh Raste Hain Pyar Ke'. After this, he joined Dev Anand's 'Navketan Films', where he handled the production of classic films like 'Guide', 'Jewel Thief', 'Prem Pujari' and 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna'. The man behind many iconic films His role in 'Guide' (1965), which is one of the classic films of Indian cinema, established him in the industry. In 1976, Yash gave a new dimension to his ambition and founded 'Dharma Productions'. His religious nature is reflected in the name of his production house. Dharma's first film was 'Dostana' (1980), starring stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Shatrughan Sinha and Zeenat Aman. The film was a superhit at the box office. Although subsequent films like 'Duniya', 'Agneepath' and 'Gumrah' were average, Yash's storytelling style and grand sets always caught the attention of the audience. Karan Johar and the new era of Dharma Yash Johar's real legacy shone when his son Karan Johar took over Dharma Productions. Karan's first film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) was a blockbuster starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji. Yash worked with his son in films like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) and Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003). His last film was… 'Kal Ho Na Ho' was Yash's last film, which left a deep impression on the hearts of the audience. Yash's films always reflected Indian culture, family values, and emotions. Yash's personal life was also no less than a film story. He married producer-director B.R. Chopra and Yash Chopra's sister Hiroo Johar. There is a famous story that Yash proposed to Hiroo in front of celebrities like Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand and Raj Kapoor. Both got married on 20 May 1971. On 26 June 2004, Yash Johar died in Mumbai due to cancer and a chest infection. According to reports, the value of Dharma Productions is currently Rs 2000 crore.
Khaleej Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Karan Johar remembers Yash Johar with emotional Father's Day tribute
On Father's Day, filmmaker Karan Johar posted a deeply emotional social media post honouring the memory of his late father, Yash Johar. Accompanying a nostalgic black-and-white photograph of the two, which seems to have been taken on a film set, Karan shared a heartfelt message reflecting on the values and legacy passed down to him by his father. "He made films with soul and for the soul... and he lived life with even more," Karan wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) Choreographer and filmmaker Farah Khan responded with a simple but powerful "Love him," while Maheep Kapoor expressed her affection through heart emojis, reflecting the widespread admiration Yash Johar continues to command. Yash, the founder of Dharma Productions, died in June 2004 after battling cancer. His influence endures through Karan's celebrated body of work, including iconic films such as Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, My Name Is Khan, and, more recently, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. In another post, Karan celebrated himself as being the father of his twins, Roohi and Yash. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) He shared a picture on Instagram posing with them and wrote, "Today I celebrate myself ... for completing my own half existence with the presence of my blessings Roohi and Yash... they filled a deep void and created some more space for love in my aura and heart..." Karan became a father to Yash and Roohi in February 2017 via surrogacy.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Father's Day- Karan Johar remembers father Yash Johar with an emotional tribute: 'Thank you for giving me the courage..'
On Father's Day, Karan Johar honored his late father, Yash Johar, sharing a black-and-white photo and heartfelt message about his soulful filmmaking and life lessons. Yash, founder of Dharma Productions, passed away in 2004 but left a lasting legacy in Indian cinema and culture through his son's films. Filmmaker Karan Johar paid a touching tribute to his late father, Yash Johar , on Father's Day by sharing a heartfelt message and an old photo on social media. He posted a black-and-white picture showing him seated beside his father, seemingly taken on a film set. Along with the image, KJo penned a note, "He made films with soul & for the soul. ..and he lived life with even more. He taught me that good storytelling begins with your good heart. Thank you for giving me the courage to feel deeply. Thank you for giving me the courage to show these feelings on the biggest screens possible. Happy father's day papa, thank you ". A life lived with purpose and passion Karan reflected on the legacy his father left behind—not just in the world of films but also in life. He said Yash Johar lived a meaningful life and made films that were rich with emotion. He highlighted that his father taught him to feel deeply and use those feelings in storytelling. Loved by many in the industry Several of Karan's close friends responded to his emotional post. Farah Khan commented, 'Love him,' and Maheep Kapoor showed her support with red heart emojis. Remembering Yash Johar's legacy Yash Johar was the founder of Dharma Productions and was known for his grand filmmaking style. His films often showcased lavish sets, stunning foreign locations, and themes centred on Indian culture and family values. He passed away on 26 June 2004 due to cancer, but his influence continues through his son's work in films like 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', 'My Name Is Khan', and 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'.
Economic Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Karan Johar reveals late father, Yash, pitched 'Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham at Cannes for 10 days, found only one buyer. Here's how much it sold for
Karan Johar reflects on his 2002 Cannes Film Festival experience with his father, Yash Johar, where they aimed to premiere 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.' Despite missing the red carpet, a small film market sale led to the film's unexpected cult following in Europe. Karan also addresses criticism about casting star kids, emphasizing his focus on talent regardless of background. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A Missed Red Carpet Moment for K3G Yash Johar's Solo Effort at the Cannes Market One Sale, A Lifetime Memory Facing Trolls and Defending Talent Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Journey Continues: Dharma's Latest Projects Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar recently opened up about an emotional chapter from his past—the time he first stepped onto the global stage at the Cannes Film Festival in 2002. Speaking in a candid conversation with Galatta Plus, Karan reminisced about a moment that could have been a major milestone for his film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (K3G), and how that experience, regardless of missed opportunities, remains a deeply treasured memory he shared with his late father, the veteran producer Yash Johar According to Karan, the prestigious Cannes team had initially expressed interest in giving K3G a high-profile red carpet premiere. "They approached me around late 2001," Karan recalled. "The film was set for a December release, and to be on the Cannes red carpet, I would've had to delay it by over half a year. I just couldn't afford that postponement." Eventually, the Cannes slot was filled by Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Devdas , marking Aishwarya Rai's grand Cannes debut alongside Shah Rukh the lost opportunity to premiere the film, Karan and his father still made the journey to the festival. They set up a small booth in the bustling Cannes Film Market. 'My father manned the stall by himself while I went off to watch screenings. He told me, 'Beta, go watch cinema. I'll take care of this,'' Karan shared. Immersed in the cinematic magic of the festival, he even attended the Devdas premiere, soaking in the allure and charm of global most touching moment of their Cannes journey came when Yash Johar managed to sell K3G to a distributor named Stephen for a modest $5,000 deal across Europe. Karan questioned the small figure, but his father smiled and said, 'Who knows what it might lead to…' That would turn out to be prophetic. Years after his father's passing in 2004, K3G—renamed La Famille indienne in France—became a cult favorite in Europe. Shah Rukh Khan became a household name in countries like Germany. 'That tiny sale in Cannes started something huge,' Karan said with pride and the same interview, Karan addressed the recurring criticism he faces for casting children of film stars and producers. Referring to Nadaaniyan, a recent Dharma production starring Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor, he said, 'People love to hate. Targeting star kids has become trendy. But if I see promise in someone, I will launch them—regardless of their surname.'He added that so-called 'film intellectuals' often refuse to acknowledge Dharma Productions ' efforts. 'They'll praise anyone but us. But if hating Dharma gets you more engagement, then congratulations.'Dharma Productions has already released Nadaaniyan and Kesari Chapter 2 this year. Their upcoming release is Dhadak 2, featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri. Karan's last directorial film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, was a blockbuster hit, raking in ₹355 crore globally and reaffirming his place as a storyteller who balances tradition with modernity.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Karan Johar reveals late father, Yash, pitched 'Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham at Cannes for 10 days, found only one buyer. Here's how much it sold for
A Missed Red Carpet Moment for K3G Yash Johar's Solo Effort at the Cannes Market One Sale, A Lifetime Memory Facing Trolls and Defending Talent The Journey Continues: Dharma's Latest Projects Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar recently opened up about an emotional chapter from his past—the time he first stepped onto the global stage at the Cannes Film Festival in 2002. Speaking in a candid conversation with Galatta Plus, Karan reminisced about a moment that could have been a major milestone for his film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (K3G), and how that experience, regardless of missed opportunities, remains a deeply treasured memory he shared with his late father, the veteran producer Yash Johar According to Karan, the prestigious Cannes team had initially expressed interest in giving K3G a high-profile red carpet premiere. "They approached me around late 2001," Karan recalled. "The film was set for a December release, and to be on the Cannes red carpet, I would've had to delay it by over half a year. I just couldn't afford that postponement." Eventually, the Cannes slot was filled by Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Devdas , marking Aishwarya Rai's grand Cannes debut alongside Shah Rukh the lost opportunity to premiere the film, Karan and his father still made the journey to the festival. They set up a small booth in the bustling Cannes Film Market. 'My father manned the stall by himself while I went off to watch screenings. He told me, 'Beta, go watch cinema. I'll take care of this,'' Karan shared. Immersed in the cinematic magic of the festival, he even attended the Devdas premiere, soaking in the allure and charm of global most touching moment of their Cannes journey came when Yash Johar managed to sell K3G to a distributor named Stephen for a modest $5,000 deal across Europe. Karan questioned the small figure, but his father smiled and said, 'Who knows what it might lead to…' That would turn out to be prophetic. Years after his father's passing in 2004, K3G—renamed La Famille indienne in France—became a cult favorite in Europe. Shah Rukh Khan became a household name in countries like Germany. 'That tiny sale in Cannes started something huge,' Karan said with pride and the same interview, Karan addressed the recurring criticism he faces for casting children of film stars and producers. Referring to Nadaaniyan, a recent Dharma production starring Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor, he said, 'People love to hate. Targeting star kids has become trendy. But if I see promise in someone, I will launch them—regardless of their surname.'He added that so-called 'film intellectuals' often refuse to acknowledge Dharma Productions ' efforts. 'They'll praise anyone but us. But if hating Dharma gets you more engagement, then congratulations.'Dharma Productions has already released Nadaaniyan and Kesari Chapter 2 this year. Their upcoming release is Dhadak 2, featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri. Karan's last directorial film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, was a blockbuster hit, raking in ₹355 crore globally and reaffirming his place as a storyteller who balances tradition with modernity.
