Richard Gere’s 2007 KWK episode was described as “deathly boring” by Karan Johar, who stated he hoped the Hollywood star would “never meet” him.
The first foreign star to appear on Karan Johar’s talk show Koffee With Karan (KWK) was the Hollywood actor Richard Gere in 2007. The ‘most boring’ episode of all the KWK episodes, dating back to the first season in 2004, according to Karan, who stated this during a rapid-fire session at the Express Adda on Monday.Â
Karan Johar discusses the dullest KWK episode
At the recent event, actor Ananya Panday asked Karan during their chat, “What was the most boring Koffee With Karan episode and you can’t say mine because you are only taking shots at me.”
In response, Karan Johar remarked that it was Richard Gere and shared that there was a moment when he felt he might faint due to the intense nature of the episode. Being the first Hollywood celebrity on the show, he expressed his hope to never encounter Richard Gere personally or have him come across those comments, but he described the experience as exceedingly uninteresting.
When asked who he would cast in the lead roles of his upcoming movie Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani if he were to remake it 35 years from now, Karan responded, “Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol.”
Koffee With Karan and Gere
For nearly two decades, Koffee With Karan has featured Karan Johar’s interviews with prominent Indian stars, eliciting candid and amusing responses from guests. Notable figures like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Priyanka Chopra have appeared in multiple KWK episodes.
Among the international celebrities, Richard Gere stood out as a guest on the talk show. Airing in May 2007 on Star World, his Koffee With Karan appearance took place during the show’s second season, episode 15. During their interaction, Karan and Richard discussed the actor’s experiences in India, his involvement in AIDS awareness, and the humanitarian efforts of both Hollywood and Bollywood personalities.
Richard, known for films like Pretty Woman (1990) and Runaway Bride (1999), among others, had described actor Bipasha Basu as very’ sexy and hot’ on KWK. He had commented that he could see she was extremely attractive and also quite bright.
Koffee With Karan: Unveiling Candid Conversations in Indian Entertainment
The well-known Bollywood director Karan Johar is the creator and host of the chat programme Koffee With Karan, which has become a mainstay of Indian television. Since its debut in 2004, the programme has developed into a platform that gives viewers a look into the worlds of celebrities, exhibiting their openness, wit, and personal narratives in a relaxed yet captivating style. Koffee With Karan succeeded in revolutionizing celebrity interviews and offered a refreshing perspective on the entertainment industry with its special blend of coffee, sofas, and open chats.Â
The informal setting of the show, where the celebrities chat over cups of coffee to develop an environment of intimacy and friendship, is what gives it its unique charm. This environment encourages the visitors to be open and honest about their lives, encounters, and beliefs, which frequently results in unexpected revelations. The presenter, Karan Johar, who is renowned for his warm demeanor and insightful knowledge of the business world, creates a relaxed atmosphere that encourages his guests to let down their guard and express themselves more openly.
Known for its diversity, Koffee With Karan has hosted guests from a range of professions, including actors, directors, producers, and even athletes. By examining not just their professional experiences but also their private lives, relationships, and points of view on various topics, the show goes beyond the bounds of conventional interviews.
Last year, the seventh season of Koffee With Karan debuted on Disney+ Hotstar and featured several famous guests, including Sonam Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Sara Ali Khan.
