Karan Johar has addressed the possibility of Shah Rukh Khan appearing in the final episode of Koffee with Karanwhile making it clear that he has no plans to host another celebrity chat show after his exit from the programme.
During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter Indiathe 54-year-old Indian film producer and filmmaker remained tight-lipped about the 61-year-old Bollywood superstar’s possible appearance in the show’s currently airing final season.
“No denial and no acceptance. Nothing revealed! My silence is for you to now decipher. Take it as you want, I am not saying!” Johar said.
Besides keeping Khan’s possible return under wraps, he spoke about the show’s future and ruled out taking up another hosting role.
The Student of the Year director continued, “Koffee.. is an IP (Intellectual Property), so it can be with anyone! But no. I have not left this zone of my life to start it all over again.”
Although he has decided not to return, he continues to value what Koffee with Karan has brought him. He also expressed gratitude for the opportunity to host the show across multiple seasons and interact with several leading personalities from the film industry.
“I have too much love for the show, and respect for the platform for giving me the opportunity to do this season after season. But, I am not coming back in this avatar anytime soon,” Johar added.
Now, he is keen to take on projects that offer a break from hosting duties and is open to exploring reality TV and fresh formats. He is particularly interested in unconventional concepts, even suggesting a show based in Rajasthan.
“I am very happy to do other things that don’t require me to make guest combinations, calls and do the heavy lifting! Put me in a cape, send me to Rajasthan for a captive reality show… I am fine. I am open to all those possibilities. Never say never, but this zone I am not visiting in the near future,” the Sometimes there is happiness and sometimes there is sorrow. filmmaker remarked.
About Koffee with Karan 9
As Koffee with Karan 9 continues its run as the show’s final season, the upcoming sixth episode will feature Ananya Panday and Indian businesswoman Ananya Birla, with Shanaya Kapoor also joining the guests. The episode will stream on Wednesday, November 18, at 7 PM IST on The Peacock Hub on JioHotstar.
The season premiered on October 14, 2026, with Salman Khan appearing as its first guest.