Karan Johar Says ‘Box Office Has No Rules’; Highlights Narasimha, Saiyaara Box Office Success Saying, “Every Film Has Its Own Destiny”

Filmmaker Karan Johar, speaking at the Mirai – Super Yodha Tour press conference in Mumbai, candidly shared his insights on the unpredictable nature of the box office. Joined by actor Teja Sajja, director Karthik Gattamneni, and producer Vishwa Prasad, the event was geared towards building anticipation for the upcoming fantasy epic Mirai, set to release on 12th September 2025.

Karan Johar On No Formula To Box Office Success

When asked about the recent trend of newcomer-led films outperforming those with established stars, Johar responded with a pragmatic perspective. “Every film has its own destiny and story,” he said. “Sometimes big-star movies work wonders, sometimes fresh faces lead the way. But there’s no formula. All actors today are aligned with the film’s vision; they’ve become more understanding of the changing landscape. You cannot put it all in one box.”

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Johar emphasised that both star-driven and content-driven films have succeeded and failed. “If your vision is big, even young actors can carry it through. But it doesn’t guarantee success. The same goes for superstars. There is no fixed equation anymore.”

Referring to iconic films, he added, “There will be many movies with newcomers that are musicals — but not all of them will be Saiyaara. Just because you’re doing animation doesn’t mean it will be Narasimha. That’s the reality. Box office has no rules. You create your story, tell it differently, and then it’s up to the audience. They decide what deserves their love — and their money.”

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Johar’s comments reflect a significant shift in Indian cinema, where audiences are now rewarding originality, emotion, and risk-taking, regardless of star power. Beyond promoting Mirai, Karan Johar’s upcoming slate includes a variety of projects—both commercial and experimental. He’s producing several notable films such as Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, Chand Mera Dil, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, and more.

With Mirai being touted as a genre-defining fantasy saga and Johar’s keen understanding of evolving audience preferences, the stage is set for bold, innovative storytelling in Indian cinema.

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