Not Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Or Katrina Kaif; Karan Johar Chooses These Three Bollywood Stars For Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Remake

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Remake: Celebrated filmmaker Karan Johar recently revealed who he would cast if his 1998 blockbuster Kuch Kuch Hota Hai were to be remade today. Nearly 25 years after the romantic drama became a cultural milestone, Karan surprised fans by naming a fresh lineup of stars and notably, Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and Katrina Kaif didn’t make the cut. Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji, the 1998 film became a pop-culture phenomenon.

Speaking in a candid chat with Sania Mirza for Myntra’s Glam Stream, Karan picked Alia Bhatt as the modern-day Anjali, Ranveer Singh as Rahul, and Ananya Panday as Tina. He also hinted that Janhvi Kapoor or Sara Ali Khan could easily fit into Tina’s role, cheekily calling them the “younger nepo babies” of Bollywood. During the conversation, the filmmaker addressed the ever-discussed topic of nepotism. Clarifying his stance, Karan said, “I know they’re nepo babies. I’ve seen them grow up in front of me, but none of their parents have ever called me. I have always been the one to call.” 

 

 

 

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Meanwhile, the Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani director also shared how the next generation of actors including Alia, Janhvi, Ananya, and Sara bring a fresh energy and versatility to the screen. Interestingly, all three actresses made cameo appearances in Karan’s recent film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani in the song Heart Throb, giving fans a glimpse of what a modern Kuch Kuch Hota Hai could look like. Reflecting on Dharma Productions’ journey, Karan recalled how Kuch Kuch Hota Hai transformed the banner’s fortunes. He shared that after films like Dostana (1980) and Agneepath faced ups and downs, KKHH marked a turning point for the studio, cementing it as a leading Bollywood powerhouse valued at over Rs 2,000 crore today. 

 

 

 

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Karan Johar’s Work Front

On the work front, Karan Johar is gearing up for several new projects under Dharma Productions. Among them are Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri, a romantic drama starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday set to release in early 2026, and Naagzilla, a fantasy-comedy featuring Kartik in the lead, slated for August 2026.