The Great Unfollowing
Karan Johar has done it again – and no, we’re not talking about a new film announcement. The filmmaker recently went on an unfollowing spree on Instagram, removing nearly all Bollywood celebrities from his following list. And while he called it a ‘digital detox’, the move has left the internet buzzing with theories, yaar.
From A-listers like Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone to industry friends and colleagues, it seems no one was spared. Karan’s following count dropped dramatically – he previously followed over 400 accounts, now just a handful remain. Fans were quick to spot the change, and the speculation began immediately.
But here’s the twist: Karan didn’t unfollow everyone. In fact, he kept a select few, and they’re not who you’d expect. Among the handful still on his list are four Pakistani actors, sparking curiosity and debate across social media.
The Pakistani Connection
Social media users were quick to notice that Karan continues to follow Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, Ali Zafar, and Imran Abbas. Yes, you read that right. While the rest of Bollywood got the boot, these four stars remain on his list. The discovery has set off a wave of memes and theories.
Interestingly, three of them have worked with Karan’s Dharma Productions in the past. Fawad Khan starred in ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’ (2016) as the charming poet, Ali Zafar appeared in ‘Tees Maar Khan’ and ‘Kill Dil’, and Imran Abbas was seen in ‘Creature 3D’. As for Mahira Khan, she made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Raees’, though she never worked directly with Karan. Still, her presence in his follow list has raised eyebrows.
This selective following has sparked a wave of speculation. Some fans think it’s a sign of Karan’s appreciation for Pakistani talent, while others are calling it a strategic move – maybe he’s planning a cross-border project? But so far, Karan hasn’t said a word about why he chose to keep these four. Kya baat hai, Karan?
What’s the Buzz?
Social media is divided, as always. Some users are praising Karan for keeping the Pakistani actors, calling it a gesture of cross-border friendship. Others are simply confused – why unfollow your own industry folks but keep actors from across the border? Memes and jokes have been flooding timelines, with fans creating their own theories about the motive.
One thing’s for sure – Karan Johar knows how to keep the conversation going. Whether this digital detox is truly about taking a break from the noise or something more strategic, only time will tell. But for now, the internet is having a field day with this unexpected twist in Karan’s Instagram game. Will he ever explain? Don’t hold your breath – but we’ll be watching.