Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar’s friendship is legendary in Bollywood, and their playful interactions never fail to entertain. This dynamic duo, known for their blockbuster collaborations, will once again share the stage as hosts of the IIFA Awards 2024. On Tuesday, fans were treated to a delightful glimpse of their chemistry at the IIFA 2024 press conference in Mumbai, where their friendly banter took centre stage.
Shah Rukh Khan's Playful Banter With Karan Johar Goes Viral
A video from the event has gone viral, capturing Shah Rukh Khan in his element, teasing Karan Johar about his hosting preparations—or the lack thereof. “Karan has told me he's not going to rehearse for hosting, he will do it on Zoom,” SRK quipped, imitating Karan’s casual approach. “Bhai, main Zoom pe karlunga. Main badi jaldi jaldi karta hoon. Main toh itna hosting karta hoon,” he added, mimicking the filmmaker’s laid-back attitude.
But the fun didn’t stop there. Shah Rukh took the opportunity to gently rib Karan about his prolific hosting gigs, suggesting that he might want to focus more on filmmaking. “Picture bhi toh bana mere bhai. Tu kitna host karega,” SRK joked, reminding Karan of his roots as a filmmaker.
Karan Johar, always quick with a witty comeback, laughed and agreed with King Khan. “I was thinking the same when Siddhant (Chaturvedi) said the same thing. I was like, ‘This is sounding so wrong on all levels for a filmmaker'. I should be making more movies. That is exactly what I should be doing,” Karan admitted, acknowledging that his true passion lies in directing and producing films.
Their rapport is not just limited to hosting duties. Shah Rukh and Karan share a deep friendship that has been evident in their many successful collaborations, including iconic films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, My Name is Khan, and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. Their bond, both on and off-screen, has endeared them to fans across the globe.
As the IIFA Awards 2024 approaches, anticipation is building for the grand event set to take place from September 27 to 29 at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar will be joined by co-hosts Vicky Kaushal, Abhishek Banerjee, and Siddhant Chaturvedi. Meanwhile, IIFA Utsavam, which celebrates the best of South Indian cinema, will be hosted by Rana Daggubati.
The awards night on September 28 promises to be a star-studded affair, featuring electric performances by actors like Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Vicky Kaushal. Adding to the glamour, veteran actor Rekha will grace the event, making it an unforgettable night for Bollywood fans.
With Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar at the helm, the IIFA Awards 2024 is sure to be a night filled with laughter, memorable moments, and spectacular entertainment.
