Karan Johar Recalls Casting Salman Khan
Johar revealed that several actors were reluctant to accept the supporting role in his directorial debut.
However, Khan responded positively when Johar approached him about the project.
According to the filmmaker, Khan told him, “You’ve been shopping; come narrate the film to me tomorrow.”
Johar visited the actor’s apartment the following day to explain the story. Khan reportedly agreed to appear in the film without hearing the complete script.
Salman Khan Agreed to Appear Without a Fee
Johar recalled that Khan welcomed him while wearing bright yellow shorts. The actor then agreed to take on the role, despite its supporting nature.
According to Johar’s account, Khan was willing to make the special appearance without charging a fee.
His decision helped bring another major Bollywood star into the film, which featured Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji in leading roles.
The story offers a glimpse into the unusual casting choices behind one of Hindi cinema’s best-known romantic dramas.
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Salman Khan Supported Karan Johar During Filming
Johar also shared another memory from the making of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.
During one sequence, a camera operator accidentally filmed the entire scene in slow motion. The mistake created a problem for the production team.
Johar said Khan helped him complete the scene by adjusting his schedule. The actor reportedly moved another filming commitment by a day so the team could finish the work.
The filmmaker also recalled the connection between their families. He said his father, Yash Johar, travelled to Mauritius to help secure government permissions for Khan’s 1999 film Hello Brother.
Salman Khan’s Upcoming Film Maatrubhumi
Khan is preparing for the release of Maatrubhumi, directed by Apoorva Lakhia.
The film has received government clearance and is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on November 13, 2026.
The upcoming release adds to Khan’s busy film schedule as he continues to draw attention from Bollywood audiences.
Koffee With Karan Season 9 Begins
The new season of Koffee With Karan begins with Johar revisiting stories from his career and relationships with fellow actors.
Fresh episodes are scheduled to stream every Wednesday at 7 PM on JioHotstar.
Khan’s appearance gives viewers a look back at the making of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and the personal connections that helped shape its production.