Karan Johar, one of Bollywood's most prominent figures, is known not only for his work as a producer and director but also for judging reality shows, hosting talk shows, and managing his entrepreneurial ventures. Despite his busy schedule, Karan prioritizes his role as a parent to his twins, Yash and Roohi, born through surrogacy in 2017.
Karan Johar's Modern Family Challenges
Recently, Karan opened up about the challenges he faces as a single parent. He revealed that his children, now seven years old, have begun asking questions about their mother. Initially, Yash and Roohi believed their grandmother, Hiroo Johar, was their mother. When they learned the truth, it prompted more questions about their origins.
In an interview, Karan shared, “It is a modern family. It is an unusual circumstance, so now I am also dealing with the questions about ‘whose stomach was I born in? But mumma is not mumma really, she is my grandmother’. I am going to school, to the counsellor, to ask how we navigate the situation. And it is not easy, being a parent is never easy.”
Navigating Parenting Challenges
Karan Johar is actively seeking guidance from school counselors to help his children understand their unique family structure. He acknowledges the complexity of the situation and the importance of addressing their questions thoughtfully.
Karan also discussed a personal parenting challenge related to his son’s weight. He admitted, “It breaks my heart but when I see my son consuming sugar and I see he’s put on weight more than he is, and I am so paranoid for him. I don’t want to say it to him because this is the age I want him to live life. I want him to be happy and joyous because he is a happy child. But I can see the genetic… I can’t call it a flaw, I get it from my mom and I know he’s getting it from me.”
He continued, “I can see it, I can he is going to walk into that phase and he is going to combat it. I tell him to go play sports, go play football, go play cricket, do all the things that I didn’t do and I am like I shouldn’t be this parent. This is not who I wanted to be. I wanted my kid to an individual of his own choice. I am finding myself really struggling from saying insensitive stuff to my own children.”
Conclusion
Karan Johar’s candid reflections highlight the complexities of modern parenting, especially in unconventional family setups. His efforts to navigate these challenges with sensitivity and support from professionals underscore his dedication to his children’s well-being. As a single parent, Karan continues to balance his professional responsibilities with the demands of raising Yash and Roohi, striving to provide them with a nurturing and understanding environment.
