Karan Johar defends Jaya Bachchan warmth

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Director Karan Johar defended actress and parliamentarian Jaya Bachchan against criticism of her interactions with photographers at the Filmfare Awards in Ahmedabad. Johar presented Bachchan with the Cine Icon Award alongside Shah Rukh Khan and described her as a maternal figure with warmth that others should recognize. The filmmaker referenced his lifelong connection to Bachchan through his late father, Yash Johar, and his production company. Bachchan has appeared in Dharma Productions films such as Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham and Kal Ho Na Ho.

Bachchan used her acceptance speech to challenge the industry’s naming conventions after 55 years in cinema. She asked attendees to abandon the term “Bollywood” in favor of the designation “Hindi-Indian film industry.” The veteran performer thanked the audience for their support while accepting the recognition with humility. Observers have noted tensions between Bachchan and media photographers at public events.

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