Karan Johar describes Shah Rukh Khan’s mind as a ‘maze’; says Amitabh Bachchan has an ‘aura that is beyond your understanding’: “That is true power” : Bollywood News

Filmmaker Karan Johar recently shared his insights about the two icons, Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan and shed light on what makes them so extraordinary. During a candid conversation with Jai Madaan, Karan expressed his deep admiration for Shah Rukh Khan.

Karan Johar describes Shah Rukh Khan’s mind as a ‘maze’; says Amitabh Bachchan has an ‘aura that is beyond your understanding’: “That is true power”

Karan Johar highlighted the actor’s remarkable intellect and emotional depth, stating, “I have admiration for Shah Rukh Khan. His mind, his heart, his ability. I am in awe of how much he has done to nurture his mind.”

Karan emphasized that Shah Rukh’s essence extends beyond mere talent; it embodies a rich blend of intelligence and empathy. He further elaborated, “He always had a beating heart. That always existed. He has a big heart. But his mind is like a maze.”

Conversing about Amitabh Bachchan, Karan described the legendary star as a figure of immense gravitas. “Mr. Amitabh Bachchan has the power of his being, that when he enters a room, most people stand up. They don’t know why they are standing up,” he remarked.

Karan noted, “He exudes an aura that is beyond your understanding of what energy or power is.” The director recounted how people often find themselves feeling awkward in Amitabh’s presence, stating, “I have heard people say and do all kinds of strange things because they don’t know how to react. That is true power.”

Karan Johar's work with Shah Rukh includes films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, and My Name is Khan, while he also directed Amitabh Bachchan in Kabhi Alvia Naa Kehna and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.