Karan Johar Discusses Amitabh Bachchan's Influence

Amitabh Bachchan remains a towering figure in Bollywood, symbolizing the evolution of Indian cinema and the nostalgia of past generations. Film critic Shoma A. Chatterjee's book, 'Amitabh Bachchan As the Other', explores Bachchan's cinematic roles and how he challenges traditional notions of heroism, portraying the nuanced image of 'The Other'. In a recent podcast, filmmaker Karan Johar described Bachchan as embodying 'true power' with an extraordinary presence that commands respect, while he associates peace with the late spiritual leader Dada Vaswani. Johar shared his personal journey of self-acceptance, emphasizing the importance of living one's truth without apologies. Meanwhile, Kangana Ranaut reflected on her struggles in Bollywood, describing a feeling of exile during an eight-year work drought, which she attributes to being marginalized for her talent. Despite these challenges, she remains poised for a comeback with her upcoming film, 'Emergency'.