Kangana Ranaut recounted a past incident where Karan Johar’s excitement about one of her films turned her most successful weekend into a distressing ordeal. Karan had recently expressed anticipation for Kangana’s upcoming film “Emergency,” where she portrays former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Kangana responded to this statement by expressing her apprehension due to their history.
Responding to a Twitter user’s comment on Karan’s changed stance, Kangana shared, “Ha ha last time, when he said he was excited to see Manikarnika, the worst smear campaign of my life was unleashed upon me on its releasing weekend…” She explained that during the release of “Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi,” a coordinated effort was made to discredit her, and even paid actors were involved in slinging mud and sabotaging the film’s success.
Kangana reflected on the drastic turn of events, noting that what should have been the most triumphant weekend of her life became a harrowing nightmare due to the controversy. She humorously admitted feeling fearful of Karan’s excitement for her work, given their history of conflicts.
The discord between Kangana and Karan dates back to Kangana’s accusation of nepotism against Karan during an episode of his talk show “Koffee with Karan.” Their subsequent public exchange of statements and reactions has been widely covered by the media. Karan’s initial shock at Kangana’s allegations on his show led to a series of discussions about nepotism within the film industry.
Additionally, Kangana faced controversy over her film “Manikarnika,” particularly regarding her disputes with director Krish and fellow actor Mishti Chakravarty. Krish accused Kangana of taking control of the film and misrepresenting his contribution. Mishti Chakravarty voiced dissatisfaction with her role in the film, implying she wouldn’t have participated had she known Kangana was directing.
The history of conflicts and differing opinions between Kangana and Karan has been a prominent aspect of their interactions, marked by interviews, social media exchanges, and public statements.
