Disha Patani reacted to the ongoing nepotism claims against Karan Johar and shocked everyone with her revelation about being accidentally discovered by him. The actress mentioned that despite the rumours, her connection with Johar was entirely coincidental.

In an Instagram post, Patani candidly discussed the situation, emphasizing that her journey in the industry has been full of surprises. She expressed her gratitude towards Johar for giving her a chance and debunked the assumptions of any favouritism.

“It’s essential to recognize that opportunities in Bollywood come in various ways,” Patani stated, addressing the negativity surrounding nepotism controversies. She added that hard work and talent play a significant role in shaping one’s career, regardless of how they entered the industry.

The actress concluded her post by urging fans to focus on positivity and perseverance in the face of adversity. Patani’s honesty and transparency in addressing the issue received praise from her followers, who admired her resilience amidst the ongoing scrutiny.

Disha Patani defends Karan Johar

Disha Patani expressed gratitude towards Karan Johar, acknowledging his role in her acting career, stating, “If I am an actress today, it is also because of Karan Johar; because he was the one who spotted me when I was modelling. I was just 18. I feel like I wouldn’t have been here. If he hadn’t spotted me at that time. So when people say whatever (hinting at nepotism)… I am an outsider. So I feel like this is the opportunity that he gave me”.

In response to her sentiment, Karan Johar reciprocated with affection, saying ‘I love you’ and showering Disha Patani. Whose first Hindi film release was the 2016 biopic MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, with hugs.

The tender moment was interrupted by Sidharth Malhotra. Who remarked, “Kya baat kar rahi ho Disha, main bhi (What are you saying Disha, me too).” He was alluding to his acting debut in the filmmaker’s 2012 movie Student Of The Year.