Karan Johar : Overwhelmed by the Unprecedented Love for ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ Released On 28 July – A Triumph of Critical Acclaim
Karan Johar's 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' Strikes a Chord: A Journey of Love, Acceptance, and Critical Triumph
Karan Johar : In an amazing turn of events, Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar finds himself basking in the glory of both relief and happiness with the tremendous reception to his latest directorial attempt, ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.’ Speaking frankly about his sentiments, Karan remarked, “Relieved because I was exceptionally stressed and happy with just all the love pouring in.” For any filmmaker, gaining affection and appreciation from both the public and colleagues is an unmatched thrill, and this experience is proving to be no different for Johar.
As he pondered on his former efforts, Karan recalled two films, ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’ and ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil,’ which witnessed split viewpoints. With ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,’ though, it’s been an extraordinary outpouring of affection without any sign of scorn. Critics and spectators alike have hailed the picture, recognizing it as a milestone in Karan Johar’s successful career.
It’s not just the excellent reviews that have left Karan Johar stunned but the paucity of negative feedback. He shared, “I had not heard that. Because I remember precisely two movies, both had split opinions… I’ve seen that polarization and I’ve been through that feeling like, you meet somebody who says, ‘I liked it,’ and I meet someone who says, ‘Why did you make it?’ I’ve seen that.” This time around, the reactions have been largely positive.
In a field where critical acclaim is typically sought, Karan Johar acknowledged that he secretly wished for that affirmation. He said, “The time you don’t get the reviews, you say reviews don’t matter. It’s just a protective mechanism that all directors, filmmakers, producers, and performers, all say it doesn’t matter, the audience is god. And it’s all very well, but internally, everyone wants that vital affirmation and gets it right. It made me really happy.”
Karan Johar Ideas
Delving into the film’s ideas and content, Karan Johar highlighted his desire to deliver a movie that smoothly balances amusement with deeper, more thought-provoking components. “I wanted it to come through very organically, which is what I think has been achieved,” he said. ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ has gained an appreciation for its subversive meaning, which was never meant to be preachy but rather an inherent part of the plot.
With columns being written on the era portrayed in the film and its underlying meanings, it is apparent that Karan Johar’s vision resonated deeply with the people. “The film has got a resounding critical reaction as well, and I’m so heartened by the fact that the aspects of the film that came from within have resonated,” he said.