Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar captivated audiences at IIFA 2025 in Jaipur, showcasing a new bromance between them.
Once rumoured to be at odds, the duo hosted the event with flair. A viral video captured their playful exchange, where Kartik cheekily asked Karan to make him a “partner.” Karan quickly replied, “What kind, Kartik? A dresser, shoemaker, cosmetic specialist, or property dealer?”
Kartik grinned, “Poonawalla? You skipped that one.” Karan replied, “Say his name with respect—he’s got 50% stakes.” Kartik quipped, “I heard 51%.” The crowd roared. Last year, Adar Poonawalla bought a 50% stake in Dharma Productions and Dharmatic Entertainment for ₹1,000 crore via Serene Entertainment. Karan retains the other 50%, steering the creative helm.
Kartik trolls Kjo over losing 51% stake of Dharma to Poonawalla
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Dharma Productions, established in 1976 by Yash Johar, has produced hits like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Brahmastra. In contrast, Dharmatic Entertainment, launched in 2018, is known for projects like Koffee With Karan and Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives.
Read: Adar Poonawalla Acquires 50% Stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions
At IIFA, Kartik and Karan’s banter buried past rift rumours. Their Kartik Aaryan Karan Johar bromance now fuels buzz as Dharma evolves under new ownership.
