'Why Is He Ruining His Own Legacy?': Netizens DISAPPOINTED Over Reports Of Karan Johar Directing Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2

Filmmaker Karan Johar, who directed the iconic 2001 film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, is reportedly set to return to the director's chair with a grand-scale family drama.

Karan Johar's Next Directorial To Be Titled Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2

The film is said to be in the same space as Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham and may be titled Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2 (K3G2).

According to a report in Pinkvilla, the film is expected to go on floors by the end of 2026. K3G 2 will reportedly feature two male leads and two female leads, with the casting process set to begin soon.

Netizens Disappointed

While an official announcement is still awaited, netizens were quick to react after the reports surfaced online, with many expressing disappointment and questioning why Johar is 'ruining his own legacy,' while some even went on to declare the film a 'flop.'

A user on Reddit commented, "Get ready to see another classic getting ruined. Why I am getting vibe they will remake bole chudiyan soon for this one." Another added, "Way to ruin your own legacy."

"If he’s going to cast nepolianss, then it will be a MASSIVE flop," read another.

Another added, "Oh yeah, let’s ruin every good childhood memory of ours just because u have the option!!!!! I really hope and wish that this is a fake news!"

"CANCEL THE SEQUEL. DON'T RUIN THIS," shared another user.

The source added, "It's a high-octane family drama with, of course, a strong romantic and emotional core. The film will be spearheaded by two male leads and two female leads, and the casting process is expected to kickstart soon. This will be the big ticket marque from Dharma Productions scheduled for the theatrical medium."

As of now, there has been no official announcement from Karan Johar or Dharma Productions.