Father’s Day- Karan Johar remembers father Yash Johar with an emotional tribute: 'Thank you for giving me the courage..'

Filmmaker Karan Johar paid a touching tribute to his late father, Yash Johar, on Father’s Day by sharing a heartfelt message and an old photo on social media.He posted a black-and-white picture showing him seated beside his father, seemingly taken on a film set.

Along with the image, KJo penned a note, "He made films with soul & for the soul.

..and he lived life with even more. He taught me that good storytelling begins with you...and your good heart. Thank you for giving me the courage to feel deeply. Thank you for giving me the courage to show these feelings on the biggest screens possible. Happy father’s day papa, thank you...for you

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A life lived with purpose and passionKaran reflected on the legacy his father left behind—not just in the world of films but also in life. He said Yash Johar lived a meaningful life and made films that were rich with emotion.

He highlighted that his father taught him to feel deeply and use those feelings in storytelling.Loved by many in the industrySeveral of Karan’s close friends responded to his emotional post. Farah Khan commented, ‘Love him,’ and Maheep Kapoor showed her support with red heart emojis.Remembering Yash Johar’s legacyYash Johar was the founder of Dharma Productions and was known for his grand filmmaking style. His films often showcased lavish sets, stunning foreign locations, and themes centred on Indian culture and family values.He passed away on 26 June 2004 due to cancer, but his influence continues through his son’s work in films like ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, ‘My Name Is Khan’, and ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’.