- By Swati Singh
- Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:23 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
When Karan Johar released Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna in 2006, it sparked controversy for its take on infidelity, though some saw it as ahead of its time. Over the years, the film has gained appreciation for its nuanced look at relationships and Karan has now revealed that he is adapting it into a long-form series.
In a conversation with The Week, Karan Johar said, "We are actually turning it into a long-form series. The roots of this film lie in 2006, when it was released and public opinion regarding it was deeply divided. Many people approached me and asked if I was unwell, as they believed, 'How can you justify infidelity?' To that, I replied, 'How can you justify something that has already become such a common occurrence?'"
The filmmaker further added, "I still recall the day before the film's release, when I was watching it alongside the audience; there was a very traditional couple present. A scene unfolds where Shah Rukh and Rani enter a hotel room. The woman, who had come with her husband, suddenly turned toward him, and her husband calmly remarked, 'This is a dream sequence.' Five minutes later, they realized that it was not a dream sequence, and they promptly rose from their seats and walked out of the theater. That was the moment I realized that, as filmmakers, we exist in a space where the audience offers no opinion on events occurring within their own homes, they simply forget or ignore them. They do not wish to see them depicted on screen either, even if it happens to be their own reality."
KJo also revealed that he is in talks with leading OTT platforms regarding web series based on the movie. "So, it is confirmed that we are producing a series. It will be a long-form show for a specific platform, details of which I cannot disclose to you at this moment. However, I can certainly say that it will be released very soon," he said.
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Released in 2006, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, directed by Karan Johar, starred Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan and Preity Zinta. Known for its grand visuals and hit music, the film was a major overseas success, earning over Rs 110 crore worldwide.