When Karan Johar Wanted To 'Murder' Anushka Sharma's Career

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Karan Johar and Anushka Sharma teamed up for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

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Released in 2016, Anushka's performance was praised in the film.

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While it was the 1st time that they collaborated, Karan once admitted he wanted to 'murder' Anushka's career.

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Karan made the shocking confession at MAMI Mumbai Film Festival in 2016.

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He said he wanted to 'murder' her career and asked Aditya Chopra not to sign her for Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi.

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"There was another lead actress who I wanted Adi to sign. I was totally behind the scene sabotaging (Anushka)," he said.

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However, Karan's opinion changed after watching Band Baaja Baaraat. He apologised to Anushka.

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"I called her and I felt like I owed her an apology and a compliment," Karan said.

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