Karan Johar Addresses Backlash Over Homebound Comment: A Call for Understanding
Karan Johar elaborates on the criticism regarding his remarks about the film Homebound, emphasizing his support.
Filmmaker Karan Johar sparked significant attention after his comments on the film *Homebound* led to backlash. The director, Neeraj Ghaywan, also weighed in on the matter. In response, Karan urged listeners not to misunderstand or misrepresent his remarks.
In an Instagram post, Karan expressed pride in *Homebound* while celebrating its success. He criticized media interpretations of his statements, saying, “I humbly request my friends and members of the media to not misconstrue or misquote my comments on our film *Homebound*… I will always be proud of *Homebound*.”
He further stated, “It will always be one of our finest films, performed and directed with sensitivity. We are working actively to broaden its audience globally, and we’re excited about the growing domestic viewership.”
Karan also discussed profitability in his recent podcast appearance. He commented, “I made *Homebound*, which was critically acclaimed. However, I can’t guarantee my future decisions. While I’m artistic, balance with commercial success is crucial.”
Neeraj Ghaywan’s Response to Karan’s Remarks
Director Neeraj Ghaywan responded to Karan’s controversial remarks by noting that *Homebound* was adversely compared to another film, *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari*, which was prioritized over it in cinemas. This comparison upset many fans.
Recently, Ghaywan shared a fan review of *Homebound* on his Instagram Story, where he also subtly referenced *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari*. The review highlighted emotional moments from *Homebound*, stating, “The scene between Shoaib & Chandan’s mother just broke me! Take a bow @neeraj.ghaywan @somenmishra @ishaankhatter @vishaljethwa06.”
What are your thoughts on Karan Johar’s comments about Homebound?
