Bollywood director Karan Johar slammed a comedian for mimicking him "in poor taste" and expressed her disappointment that his own industry disrespects him.
The filmmaker shared a statement on his Instagram stories that reads:
"I was sitting and watching television with my mom…and saw a promo of a reality comedy show on a supposedly respectable channel… a comic was mimicking me in exceptionally poor taste…I expect this from trolls and faceless and nameless people but when your own industry can disrespect someone who has been in the business for over 25 years it speaks volumes about the times we live in…this doesn't even anger me it just makes me sad!”
Producer Ektaa Kapoor also came out in support of his dear friend. Ektaa Kapoor shared his statement on her Instagram stories and wrote, "Happened so many times! Ugly humour sometimes on shows. And even at award functions. And then they expect you to attend! Karan please ask them to imitate one movie or classic of yours,” Ekta wrote. Karan reposted the story and replied, “Love you Ektu.”
In Sony TV's comedy show Madness Machayenge’s Sunday episode, Kettan Singh was seen mimicking the director and calling his chat show Koffee With Karan by the name Toffee with Churan. He also made fun of Karan’s dancing style and his sex orientation.
The show is judged by Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi. The show also features Harsh Gujral, Paritosh Tripathi , Gaurav Dubey, Ankita Shrivastav, Kushal Badrike, Inder Sahni, Kettan Singh and Snehil.