In a recent episode of Koffee With Karan 8, Karan Johar shared a heartfelt memory of his admiration for the late actress Sridevi, the mother of Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor. He reminisced about the first time he met Sridevi in person and was captivated by her presence.

During the show, Karan expressed his deep affection for Sridevi, stating, ‘I have to say one thing you do know and I’ve said this time and again about how crazy and madly in love I was with your mother. I was her biggest fan.’

Reflecting on his initial encounter with Sridevi, Karan revealed, ‘The time when I saw her finally, in Mr. India, it was a premiere and the next time in cinema, and I was like, Oh God, I think I’m obsessed. So the first time I met her was actually in 1993 when she did a film for my dad, called Gumrah and I went to this photoshoot that Rakesh Shreshtha was shooting and my knees were rattling, because I was so nervous.’

Karan also shared a humorous anecdote about his first meeting with renowned designer Manish Malhotra, recalling, ‘I thought he was really snooty and snobbish because I said, she’s looking fabulous. He was like go, tell her and I was like, I can’t just walk up to Sridevi and you’re looking great. I couldn’t do it.’

Karan’s emotional recollection of his admiration for Sridevi offers a touching insight into the profound impact she had on him as a fan and a colleague. His candid revelations on the show have sparked a wave of nostalgia and appreciation for the legendary actress.

As Karan continues to make his mark in the entertainment industry, his heartfelt tribute to Sridevi serves as a reminder of the enduring influence and legacy of iconic figures in Bollywood.