Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani Call Karan Johar Commitment Phobic on Talk Show

Filmmaker Karan Johar was recently called commitment phobic by actor Sidharth Malhotra and his wife Kiara Advani on an episode of Koffee With Karan Season 9. During a game segment similar to Never Have I Ever, Sidharth asked the host why he never settled into a solid relationship and labeled him the most commitment phobic person he knows. Kiara agreed with her husband on the point. Defending himself, Karan said he can commit to friendship and parenthood, but struggles with romantic relationships because he dislikes anyone who shows too much interest in him. He laughed and admitted that this behavior comes from low self-esteem issues, explaining that the moment someone says they want to spend time with him, he feels like running away.

Past Relationships

Karan previously revealed on a podcast with Faye D'Souza that he has been in only one and a half relationships in his entire life and truly enjoys being single. He stated that he cannot imagine sharing a bathroom, bedroom, or his daily schedule with anyone else anymore. His main responsibilities now are toward his mother and his children, Yash and Roohi, whom he welcomed via surrogacy in 2017 at age 54. He also mentioned experiencing a void when he turned 40, but a decade later at 50, he no longer felt any need for a relationship.

Context

Celebrity chat shows often feature candid personal discussions and playful banter between hosts and guest stars that draw widespread public attention. Personal life revelations from prominent film personalities frequently spark discussions across entertainment media platforms regarding modern relationships and singlehood.