Karan Johar’s Mom Hiroo Johar in Hospital, Manish Malhotra Offers Support with a Touching Visit

Mumbai (The Uttam Hindu): Hiroo Johar, the mother of filmmaker and producer Karan Johar, was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital yesterday. While the reports indicate there is no major cause for concern and the situation is under control, her family continues to receive support. Close family friend and renowned designer Manish Malhotra was seen at the hospital, offering his comfort during this time.

Karan Johar has consistently kept his fans informed about his mother’s health journey. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Hiroo Johar faced significant medical challenges, undergoing two major surgeries. In a touching 2021 social media post, Karan referred to her as his "superhero" for her strength and resilience through these health battles.

He shared details of her surgeries, praising the expertise of her doctors and her ability to endure these challenges with remarkable humor. "Her Spinal Fusion Surgery (performed by Dr. Bhojraj) and right knee replacement (by Dr. Maniar) were both faced with an unwavering spirit and a sense of humor," Karan wrote. He also expressed immense pride in her vitality, saying, "She is nearly 79 but has the spirit of a millennial! I am so proud of her... I love you so much Mama!"

On the professional front, Karan Johar continues to shine. Last year, he made a successful directorial comeback with *Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani*. His production company, Dharma Productions, has backed several recent hits, including *Kill*, *Yodha*, and *Jigra*. In a major business move, Karan recently sold a 50% stake in Dharma Productions to businessman Adar Poonawalla for Rs 1000 crore.