Karan Johar, a stalwart of Bollywood, has recently opened up about his personal struggles with body dysmorphia and the challenges of being a single parent to his twins, Yash and Roohi. His candid revelations shed light on the complexities of mental health and modern family dynamics in the public eye.
Battling Body Dysmorphia
In a heartfelt conversation on the podcast “Figuring Out with Raj Shamani,” Karan Johar disclosed his ongoing battle with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), a mental health condition characterized by obsessive focus on perceived flaws in appearance. Despite achieving significant weight loss through disciplined lifestyle changes, including the OMAD (One Meal a Day) diet, Karan emphasized that his internal struggles with body image persist. He shared, “I do suffer from body dysmorphia. It’s when you feel ashamed of your own body… I can’t even look at myself in the mirror.”
Karan also addressed rumors about using weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, firmly denying them and attributing his transformation to consistent effort and dietary discipline.
Embracing Single Parenthood
In 2017, Karan Johar became a single father to twins Yash and Roohi through surrogacy. He named his son after his late father, Yash Johar, and his daughter’s name is an anagram of his mother’s name, Hiroo.
As his children grow, Karan has been navigating their inquisitive nature about their origins. He shared that Yash and Roohi have begun asking questions like, “Whose stomach was I born in?” Acknowledging the complexity of these conversations, Karan has sought professional guidance to address their queries with sensitivity and honesty.
Despite being surrounded by his children, mother, and close friends, Karan admitted to feelings of loneliness. He expressed, “I’m a lonely person,” highlighting the emotional nuances of his life beyond the public persona.
Karan Johar’s openness about his personal battles offers a glimpse into the human side of a public figure often seen through the lens of glamour and success. His experiences underscore the importance of mental health awareness and the evolving nature of family structures in contemporary society.
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