On this Teacher's Day, Karan Johar has penned a heartfelt note dedicated to his "students," Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan, and Sidharth Malhotra, acknowledging the special bond they share. Johar launched the careers of Bhatt, Dhawan, and Malhotra in the 2012 film Student of the Year, and has remained a mentor and guiding figure in their lives.

The trio debuted in Student of the Year in 2012 and have since become successful actors. Johar's association with the three extends beyond their debut film. He has often spoken about his fondness for them, acknowledging their hard work and success over the years.

In his Teacher's Day message, Johar likely reflected on the journey he has shared with Bhatt, Dhawan, and Malhotra, highlighting their growth and achievements in the film industry. He may have also shared anecdotes from their early days, reminiscing about the challenges they overcame and the lessons they learned together.

Alia Bhatt has often expressed her gratitude towards Johar, considering him her "forever guide and mentor". Their bond is evident in their collaborations, including Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, directed by Johar and starring Bhatt.

Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainment is producing Do You Wanna Partner, which features Neeraj Kabi, who was Tamannaah Bhatia's first acting teacher. Bhatia revealed that Kabi taught her and other children without payment when she was 13 years old and that all 13 are now part of the film fraternity.

In related news, Karan Johar recently defended Bollywood amid big-budget failures, stating that "box office has no rules". He emphasized that storytelling is the most important part of cinema and that the audience decides a film's fate. Johar also admitted that Dharma Productions doesn't make much profit, as he makes movies with his heart and not with his brain. He stated that while some films need the support of a studio, Dharma shares profits even when they make big hits.