Deepika Padukone joins the star-studded cast as the makers eye a 2027 global release

The actor applauds Johar’s warm inclusivity, strong female portrayals, and balancing glamour with responsibility, while he fires back at trolls labeling him “nepo kid ka daijaan.”

While promoting Jugnuma: The Fable, the veteran actor expressed frustration over how marketing labels overshadow years of dedication by trained performers, sparking speculation his comments were aimed at Rashmika Mandanna’s popular tag.