The birthday party was held at Yash Raj Studios on Wednesday. Celebrities like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sidharth Malhotra, Kiara Advani, Shahid Kapoor, Ayushmann Khurrana, Gauri Khan, Rani Mukerji, and Kajol also marked their presence at the bash
Our Bureau
Mumbai
On the occasion of Karan Johar’s 50th birthday on Wednesday, celebrities from the film fraternity took to social media and showered birthday love on the filmmaker.
Taking to his Instagram handle, the Interior designer and Shahrukh Khan’s wife Gauri Khan shared throwback pictures and penned a heartfelt birthday message for him. “Dearest Karan It’s the little things you do and say…that make you the person you are. . You listen and make everything right . Thank you for bringing so much love and laughter into all our lives. Best birthday wishes from my family to yours …love you,” she wrote.
Alia Bhatt, who was launched by Karan into Bollywood with ‘Student of The Year’, also extended her birthday wishes by calling him ‘mentor, best friend and father’. She shared adorable pictures with Karan from her wedding and shoot. She captioned her post as, “to the most generous soul I know! .. to the man who is my father .. my best friend .. and my mentor! (displayed in these pictures respectively) HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY K! I pray and wish for only love peace and joy in your life, you deserve it all and much much more for all the light and goodness you bring into peoples lives!!! I love you more than this Instagram post can ever handle.”
Kareena Kapoor Khan sends a warm birthday wish to her BFF. Sharing a throwback photo, she wrote, “I don’t know are we pouting? sucking our cheeks in …well what the hell ..it’s us …you and me …me and you..forever…a love like no other….let’s dance tonite like never before …cause it’s my sweethearts birthday. Happy 50 @karanjohar …No one like you.”
Arjun Kapoor always keep his birthday wishes quirky for his friends, he did the same for Karan. Sharing a photo with the filmmaker, he captioned it, “Happy birthday @karanjohar!!! I’m happy I found a picture where we look like we’re posing for a 2 hero film… Karan-Arjun quite literally.”
Varun Dhawan shared a special birthday video featuring Kiara singing ‘Happy birthday’ on the sets of a film. Calling him his ‘World’ and blessing the birthday boy with ‘Jug Jug Jeeyo’, he wrote, “Happy birthday Karan. U knw u mean the world to me. Thanks for always being there and being patient with me always. #jugjuggjeyo happy 50th and hoping people get to knw the real u. Like I do.”
Siddharth Malhotra, who is busy shooting for the ‘Indian Police Force’, also wished his mentor a happy birthday. He took to his Instagram handle and shared a photo of themselves. “Happy 50th birthday @karanjohar. May your big heart, sense of humour and pout be evergreen. You’re truly special, Thank you for always spreading joy in my life, big love always..,” he wrote.
Taking to Instagram Story, Karan’s student Tiger Shroff has the best wish for the director. He wrote, “One year younger and sexier happy birthday @karanjohar sir. Wish you another blockbuster year ahead!”
Other celebrities from Bollywood like Farah Khan, Shweta Bachchan, Neha Dhupia and Anushka Sharma extended their heartfelt birthday wishes to the birthday boy Karan Johar.
Here are some glimpses from the party of the year:
Hrithik Roshan & Saba Azad make relationship red carpet official
Actor Hrithik Roshan, undoubtedly, stole the spotlight at Karan Johar’s 50th birthday bash.
He arrived at the party along with his rumoured girlfriend Saba Azad. They made a dashing entry by walking hand-in-hand. The two also posed for shutterbugs gathered outside the party venue. In one of the viral videos, Hrithik is seen introducing sweetly introducing Saba to guests by telling them her name.
The couple complemented each other by sporting black apparel. Saba dazzled in a black cut-out dress, while Hrithik looked dapper in a black suit. Hrithik’s former wife Sussanne Khan also appeared at the party. She attended the bash with her rumoured boyfriend Arslan Goni.
Aamir Khan & Kiran Rao appear together
Filmmaker Karan Johar’s 50th birthday bash was truly a night to remember. Actor Aamir Khan’s appearance with former wife Kiran Rao made it more special.
Aamir and Kiran arrived at the party together and also happily posed for the paparazzi stationed at the venue. Aamir made a fashion statement in a t-shirt, jacket and a pair of denim. On the other hand, Kiran kept her look blingy by sporting a shimmery silver dress for the occasion.
This marks Aamir and Kiran’s rare public appearance together after announcing separation.
In July 2021, Aamir and Kiran announced their separation via a joint statement.
Katrina Kaif & Anushka Sharma sizzle at the party
Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif, grabbed a lot of eyeballs when they arrived at Karan Johar’s star-studded 50th birthday as they looked drop-dead gorgeous in black and white
Anushka Sharma stunned fans by sharing her look on Instagram. Taking to her Instagram handle, Anushka shared that she chose a cut-out gown with a knee-length slit for Karan’s big birthday event. The actor let her admirers have a close peek at her glitzy ensemble. Anushka accessorized the look with a pair of bronze bangles and a chain.
“Two hours beyond my bedtime but looking fine,” she captioned photos. Katrina, on the other hand, chose white attire. The actor also took to her Instagram handle to share photos in which she was seen wearing a full-sleeved, short white dress.
Kajol Reunites with Aamir Khan For ”16 Years Of Fanaa”
Karan Johar’s bestie, Kajol who was also a part of his grand birthday bash, dropped a picture with him and actor Aamir Khan, on her social media account, on Wednesday night, as their film ‘Fanaa’ completed 16 years.
Taking to her Instagram handle, the ‘Dilwale’ actor posted a snapshot from Karan’s birthday celebration, wherein, she posed beside Karan and Aamir.
Sharing the gorgeous pic, Kajol wrote, “Zooni and Rehan look like this now !
#16YearsOfFanaa”
In a sparkly green wrap dress, the actor looked fantastic.
Fans became nostalgic when they saw Kajol and Aamir together. They were completely awestruck by the wonderful reunion, as the comment section was full of heart and fire emoticons.
Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan raising the glam game
Power Couple Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan stole the spotlight, raising the glam game at Karan Johar’s 50th birthday bash. Taking to the Instagram handle of Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor, she posted some glimpses of the couple’s attire and thanked filmmaker Karan Johar for the night. “A night to remember…[?]Thank you @karanjohar Spectacular is the word…[?] she captioned the post.
Bollywood Diva Kareena Kapoor could be seen adorning a stunning silver-metallic midi dress, featuring a sleek belt tied around her torso. She opted for a minimal glam look. Her embellished box clutch complimented the entire look.
On the other hand, Saif looked dapper in a black and white tuxedo making a sheer fashion statement. The super-stylish power couple arrived at the star-studded night together walking hand-in-hand.
Fans go crazy over Salman Khan’s swag filled walk
Superstar Salman Khan made a late yet grand entry at Karan Johar’s 50th birthday in Mumbai. He walked the party’s red carpet in style, leaving netizens impressed.
“Love the way he walks,” a social media user commented.
“Bhaijaan rocks,” another one wrote.
“Bhai ki entry fire hai,” a netizen commented.
Salman arrived at the party wearing a black jacket that he paired with a black t-shirt and ripped blue jeans.
