Karan Johar’s hug with Yami Gautam sends social media into a frenzy
Filmmaker Karan Johar is making headlines after sharing a warm hug with actress Yami Gautam at a recent event, sparking debates online about past interactions and changing dynamics between the two.
A video from the Prime Video Slate 2026 event went viral, showing Johar greeting Yami moments before announcing her upcoming horror-comedy, Nai Naveli.
The gesture caught fans’ attention, especially amid rumors of a past rift between the filmmaker and the actress, with many recalling instances where Yami was allegedly ignored at public events.
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Johar also called Yami one of his “favourite actresses,” a compliment that fueled further discussions on social media. Users linked the sudden friendliness to her husband’s recent directorial success, with old clips from events like India’s Got Talent resurfacing to suggest prior tension.
Despite the online chatter, Yami continues to shine in the spotlight, with fans eagerly awaiting her new film. The viral hug and her husband’s success have together created a wave of buzz surrounding the actress and her career.
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