Overview
- Johar said he felt the loneliest after the call informing him of his National Award, wishing for someone to share the moment with.
- He recalled being asked for a plus one at the Delhi ceremony and having none because his mother was unwell and his children were too young to attend.
- The honor recognized Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani as the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
- A single parent to twins, he described coping with solitude by eating in his room and watching something to “dilute the nothingness.”
- He said he remains hopeful about finding love, joking about opening his arms “like Shah Rukh Khan” and quipping about disliking public displays of affection.