Filmmaker Karan Johar received his fourth National Award at the 71st ceremony held by the President of India. His romantic drama featuring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt earned recognition for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. Fashion designer Manish Malhotra posted congratulatory messages on Instagram celebrating the achievement. The designer praised Johar's contributions to cinema and expressed gratitude for wearing his creations during the ceremony. Malhotra described their professional relationship as a treasured collaboration.
Johar shared emotional responses on social media following the recognition. He expressed deep appreciation for producer Apoorva Mehta and the entire Dharma Movies team. The director acknowledged feeling particularly moved by receiving honors alongside actors Rani Mukerji and Shah Rukh Khan during the same awards year. He thanked audiences for supporting Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani and admitted to feeling vulnerable after the recognition. The filmmaker concluded his message by describing himself as emotionally affected by the love and acknowledgment received.
Johar shared emotional responses on social media following the recognition. He expressed deep appreciation for producer Apoorva Mehta and the entire Dharma Movies team. The director acknowledged feeling particularly moved by receiving honors alongside actors Rani Mukerji and Shah Rukh Khan during the same awards year. He thanked audiences for supporting Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani and admitted to feeling vulnerable after the recognition. The filmmaker concluded his message by describing himself as emotionally affected by the love and acknowledgment received.
