Karan calls Alia Bhatt a 'Fantastic Actor'

In a candid interview with Pinkvilla, acclaimed filmmaker Karan Johar showered accolades on the immensely talented

Alia

Bhatt, describing her as a "fantastic actor" while reflecting on their collaboration in the recently successful film, "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani." The movie featured Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh in lead roles and proved to be a family entertainer that resonated with audiences.

Karan Johar, known for launching Alia Bhatt in the industry with "Student of the Year" alongside Varun Dhawan and

Sidharth Malhotra

, revisited his journey with the actress. He marvelled at Alia's remarkable evolution as an actor since her debut, remarking that the Alia he directed in "Rocky Aur Rani" was a revelation.
In the interview, Karan Johar affectionately referred to Alia as his "firstborn" and emphasised that it was not "Student of the Year" that truly shaped her as an artist. Instead, he credited the film "Highway" for being the pivotal moment in her career. According to Johar, "Highway" marked Alia's true career launch and solidified her reputation as a versatile and exceptional talent. He mused, "Oh my God, she's fantastic," and couldn't fathom how she had evolved into such an exceptional artist. Karan Johar expressed his astonishment at witnessing Alia's growth as an actor, noting that her portrayal in "Rocky Aur Rani" left him in awe.

Meanwhile, Karan Johar’s "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani," released on July 28, 2023, received several positive responses from the audience.