'Chup Kar': Karan Johar Hits Back At Troll Who Called Him 'Nepo Kid Ka Daijaan' After He Praised Saiyaara

Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar gave a befitting reply to a troll who called him 'Nepo kid ka daijaan (nanny or caretaker)' after he praised Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Bollywood debut Saiyaara. On Monday (July 21), three days after the film hit the big screens, Karan congratulated the makers for Saiyaara's box office success and praised the lead pair's performances.

Karan Johar hits back at troll

However, an Instagram user trolled him in the comments section. Soon after he shared the post, the troll commented, "Aa gaya nepo kid ka daijaan."

Karan was in no mood to ignore the comment and he gave a befitting reply. His response read, "@sometimesasil chup kar!!! Ghar baithe baithee negativity mat paal! Do bachon ka kaam dekh !! Aur khud kuch kaam kar (Shut up!!! Don't sit at home nurturing negativity! See the work of the two kids and do some work yourself)."

Karan's appreciation note for Team Saiyaara

In his heartfelt note, Karan wrote, "I don’t remember the last time I felt like this after watching a film …. Tears flowing and yet the feeling of immense joy… Joy for the fact that a love story has conquered the silver screen and made the nation fall in love …. Proudest that my Alma mater @yrf has bought love back!!! Back to the movies …. Back to our Industry…. Adi I love you and feel so proud to say that I am a YRF student for life! @awidhani what a debut as producer!!! That ball is now officially out of the park! Congratulations."

Karan said he is blown away by director Mohit Suri's storytelling, his craft and his 'magnificent' use of music.

Further praising Ahaan and Aneet, he wrote, "What a debut @ahaanpandayy !!!! You broke my heart and yet energised me as a filmmaker… your eyes spoke volumes and I can’t wait to see your journey ahead…. You are spectacular!!!! Welcome to the movies !!! @aneetpadda_ you gorgeous girl… how lovely and amazing are you!!! Your silences spoke volumes and your vulnerability and strength moved me to tears…. Both Ahaan and you were beyond magical."

Saiyaara is a tale of love, heartbreak and pain. The film features Ahaan as Krish Kapoor, an aspiring singer, and Aneet Padda as Vaani Batra, a former singer who has turned lyricist and writes songs for Krish. Circumstances bring them together to collaborate on a song, and soon, love blossoms between them.

The film also stars Rajesh Kumar, Varun Badola, Shaad Randhawa and others.