Athira Sethu
Kochi, 26 October 2024
Karan Johar is one of the most recognizable names in the Indian entertainment industry. The director has sold a 50% stake in his production house, Dharma Productions, to billionaire Adar Poonawalla, CEO of the Serum Institute of India. Begun by Karan’s father Yash Johar in 1976, the company has churned out some of the most successful films, including “Kal Ho Naa Ho,” “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” and “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani,” among many others. Dharma Productions is now valued at Rs 2,000 crore.
He still owns 50% of the company. The 2024 Hurun India Rich List puts his wealth at around Rs 1,400 crore. Karan has also ventured into hospitality and fashion, besides film-making.
Here is a closer look at the companies and brands that Karan Johar owns and has invested in:
Brands Owned by Karan Johar
- Dharma Productions: After the demise of his father in the year 2004, Karan took over Dharma Productions. He has been pretty successful with several films like “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,” “Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania,” and “Wake Up Sid.”
- Dharma 2.0: In 2016, Karan launched Dharma 2.0, a sub-arm of the house that will focus exclusively on the production of advertising commercials.
- Dharmatic Entertainment: In 2018, he launched Dharmatic Entertainment, his online content creation platform.
- Dharma Cornerstone Agency:In 2020, Karan joined hands with Bunty Sajdeh to start a talent management company. This agency represents many popular actors, including Sara Ali Khan and Ananya Panday.
- Tyaani: In 2021, Karan ventured into fashion by launching his own jewelry brand, Tyaani, known for its beautiful 22-carat gold polki jewelry. The brand has multiple stores in Mumbai.
- Neuma:In 2022, he opened a fine-dining restaurant called Neuma in Colaba, Mumbai. Designed by Ashiesh Shah, the restaurant offers a unique menu featuring European dishes.
Karan Johar’s Investments
- Nothing: Karan invested in a London-based tech company called Nothing in 2021. Other prominent personalities, like Yuvraj Singh, have also invested in this brand.
- Kofluence: In 2022, he continued to invest by pouring his money into the influencer marketing platform, Kofluence. This round of investment was led by the co-founder of Zerodha, Nikhil Kamath.
- Fashion Entrepreneur Fund: Karan, in fact, joined the Fashion Entrepreneur Fund as an investor earlier this year. Founded by Raj Sarthak Nigam and Sanjay Nigam, the platform aims to provide investment and mentorship to the fashion entrepreneurs.
Karan Johar diversified into a prolific portfolio that represents both his abilities as well as business acumen. From films to restaurants and then to jewellery, he has splendidly stridden to carve out an influence extending beyond the turf of entertainment. Karan continues to grow his ventures while remaining a dominant force in Bollywood and in the business world.
