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With a career spanning decades, Karan Johar stands as a defining figure in modern Bollywood. Born May 25, 1972, in Mumbai, he is the founder of Dharma Productions and has shaped mainstream Hindi cinema through glossy storytelling, fearless collaborations, and a sharp eye for talent. Best known for directing Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and hosting the long-running talk show Koffee with Karan since 2004, Johar continually influences film culture in India and beyond.