Anupama Chopra sits down with Karan Johar for InFocus as he prepares to film the final episode of Koffee With Karan. Karan reveals how the show became a distraction after his father's death, why he is ending it after nine seasons and how social media scrutiny has changed what guests are willing to say. He reflects on the backlash faced by Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, and the responsibility he felt after the Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul episode.
Beyond the couch, Karan discusses choosing guests, the gap between his hosting persona and his identity as a filmmaker, and his ambition to direct three films before turning 60. He questions the film industry's herd mentality, actors' growing involvement in casting and marketing, and the search for a box-office formula. From backing films such as Homebound and Kill to responding to criticism, fearing irrelevance and addressing rumours of another talk show, he considers the work and legacy he wants to build next.