- By Nidhi Giri
- Mon, 21 Oct 2024 06:49 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, who is currently lodged in Delhi's Tihar jail in an extortion case, has made an offer to invest in filmmaker Karan Johar’s production company Dharma Productions. In the 'Letter of Intent' from India's biggest prison through a legal firm named Anantam Legal, Chandrashekhar mentions buying a 50-70 per cent stake in the company.
In his letter, he said he was interested in controlling shares in Karan Johar's Dharma Production' and called it a 'no-negotiation' offer adding that if terms are agreed upon, the transaction could be completed within 48 hours.
“This is a letter of intent regarding acquiring a major portion of stake in your company, Dharma Productions,” the letter, shared by Sukesh's PR team, stated.
The letter also clarified that his financial advisor informed Chandrashekhar that Dharma Productions was seeking investment and thus Sukesh's company – LS Holdings, would like to contribute to the expansion of Karan Johar's company.
"For me, movies are not just a business, but a passion and an emotion, as I am personally a movie buff. I am sure this offer may seem unusual, coming from the walls of Asia’s largest prison, but Karan, the best and wonderful things happen from extraordinary situations, places, and persons," the letter reads.
Sukesh Chandrashekhar also mentioned the respect Jacqueline Fernandez, who he called the "love of his life," holds for Karan Johar.
"Me, my family and, are Big Fans of Dharma productions, Mainly the Wonderful Human Karan Johar, and most importantly Love of My Life Jacqueline, has huge Respect towards you, Which you very well know. So it's a Privilege and an honour to acquire a Stake/infuse funds in your Company and Become a part of your family," the letter mentioned.
Founded in 1976 by Karan Johar's father, Yash Johar, Dharma Productions is well-known for various iconic Bollywood movies like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Student of the Year, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Raazi, Shershaah, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Brahmāstra and more.