'I would never make K3G 2': Karan Johar finally shuts down sequel rumours

One of the celebrated filmmakers in India, Karan Johar finally put an end to the ongoing speculation around a sequel to his iconic family drama Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Talking about his upcoming projects, Karan clarified that there is no sequel or spin-off to K3G in the works. He further denied any developments around a derivative of his ambitious project Takht.

Speaking on 'The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra' Season 3, Karan Johar said, “I am glad that I have this platform and I am glad I am chatting with you to say that there is no Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2 and no derivative of Takht being made".

Elaborating on his decision, Karan said that the emotional legacy attached to Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, which was released in 2001 and went on to become a cultural phenomenon across generations.

“I would never make a K3G 2… what K3G has in abundance is nostalgia. Some generations have grown up watching the film, for what they loved, what they didn't, and what they cried about. I am very grateful to the universe that I got to make a film that still lives on," he added.

Karan Johar further said that recreating such an iconic project could risk diluting its legacy. “I would never mess with that nostalgia and the love it has," he asserted.

Despite the modern trend of franchises, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham remains a one-of-a-kind family drama and has earned a permanent spot in pop culture history. Karan Johar’s latest comments confirm that he has no interest in revisiting the movie for a second chapter.