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Manish Malhotra penned a heartfelt note congratulating his close friend Karan Johar. Johar won his fourth National Award for the hit film 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani'. Malhotra also expressed gratitude for Johar choosing to wear his designs for important occasions. An emotional Karan Johar shared his feelings of being humbled and fragile after receiving the prestigious honor.

Key Points: Manish Malhotra Celebrates Karan Johar 4th National Award Win

  • Karan Johar won his fourth National Award for Best Popular Film
  • The award was for 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' starring Ranveer Singh
  • Manish Malhotra thanked Johar for wearing his designs on special days
  • Karan Johar expressed feeling emotional and fragile after the win
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Manish Malhotra says 'your visionary stance is a cherished journey' as KJo bags National Award

Manish Malhotra congratulates Karan Johar on his 4th National Award for 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani', calling his cinematic journey cherished.

"Your visionary stance to cinema has been a cherished journey - Manish Malhotra"

Mumbai, Sep 24

Ace Bollywood designer Manish Malhotra said that "Your visionary stance to cinema has been a cherished journey" as filmmaker Karan Johar bagged his 4th National Award.

Karan Johar's "Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani" starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt was honoured with the award for 'Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment' at the 71st National Film Awards on Tuesday by the President of India.

Congratulating Karan on his latest achievement, Manish penned on his official Instagram handle, "Dearest and Bestest @karanjohar many Congratulations on your 4th National Award .. Your visionary stance to cinema has been a cherished journey and here’s to many more as a true producer and director to come your way .. (beating heart emoji) (sic)"

He further thanked KJo for choosing to wear a classic Manish Malhotra design for his special day.

"Thank You for every Special and Most Important days and rewards to making me a part of them by wearing Classic @manishmalhotraworld (sic)," Manish added.

After receiving the prestigious award, an emotional Karan admitted to feeling "fragile".

Penning his feelings on social media, KJo shared, "So humbled and honoured to win the most POPULAR FILM PROVIDING WHOLESOME ENTERTAINMENT at the NATIONAL AWARDS @mib_india #71stnationalfilmawards .. Apoorva @apoorva1972 and I are deeply grateful to our entire family @dharmamovies for being our soul and spine…(sic)."

The 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' maker added that he is extremely emotional to win the National Award in the same year as Rani Mukerji (For Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway) and Shah Rukh Khan (For Jawan).

Expressing his gratitude towards the audience for all the love, Karan added, "thank you all for all the love to our film #rockyaurranikipremkahani and @ranveersingh and @aliaabhatt I just have to say … Karan Johar this side and I am a fragile today… thanks to the love and recognition (Red heart emoji)".

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I'm happy for KJo, I feel National Awards should recognize more regional cinema and smaller budget films. Bollywood already gets enough recognition through box office success.
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Sarah B
Manish Malhotra's message is so sweet! The fashion and film industry connection in India is really special. Both are legends in their fields 👏
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Arjun K
Karan Johar winning in the same year as SRK and Rani Mukerji makes this extra special! What a year for Bollywood at the National Awards. Bas ab thoda variety bhi mile regional films ko 🤞
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Michael C
Interesting to see how emotional Karan got. Shows even successful people value national recognition. The film was indeed entertaining with great performances by Ranveer and Alia.
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Nisha Z
Manish Malhotra thanking KJo for wearing his designs shows how deep their friendship goes. Industry relationships in Bollywood are like family bonds. Heartwarming to see! 💫

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