Karan plans new chat show: filmmaker to end Koffee With Karan after ninth season

Karan Johar is reportedly exploring a new celebrity chat show after 'Koffee with Karan' concludes with its ninth season. The filmmaker and host is said to be keen on developing a fresh intellectual property (IP) under his banner, even as he prepares to step away from the long-running talk show and devote more time to filmmaking.

Why Karan Johar wants to create a new chat show

According to a report by Mid-Day, speculation that Karan is ending 'Koffee with Karan' to focus on directing may not tell the whole story. The filmmaker is reportedly considering a new chat show that his production banner would own the rights to, allowing him to develop an original format.The report notes that several shows initially launch on YouTube, build an audience and eventually find a home on a streaming platform.

A new chat-show format could give Karan an opportunity to explore this model while creating an IP of his own. However, details about the proposed show, including its format, platform and launch timeline, have not been officially announced.

Karan Johar on focusing on filmmaking

Karan’s reported plans come after he confirmed that the upcoming ninth season of 'Koffee with Karan' would be the show’s last. In an interview with Variety, he reflected on the programme’s place in his career and explained why he wanted to prioritise directing and storytelling in the years ahead.

“'Koffee With Karan' has been such a large part of my identity in the entertainment industry... I still can’t believe it’s been 22 years and now this will be my ninth season,” he said.Explaining his decision to bring the show to an end, Karan added, “I want to spend the next decade of my life directing more movies... telling many more stories... so with a heavy heart I am making this season my last.”The filmmaker also spoke about the personal significance of stepping away from the show, which has become known for candid celebrity conversations and headline-making revelations.“This will be the last time I will be on a couch that has been synonymous with conversations, candor and well... controversies... the decision is emotional and personal to me... But I am hoping the legacy of love the show has given me continues to brew in people’s hearts,” he added.

A star-studded line-up reportedly awaits 'Koffee with Karan 9'

For now, Karan’s immediate focus is on the ninth season of 'Koffee with Karan'. Several prominent names from the film industry are reportedly being considered for the guest line-up, although the complete list has not been officially confirmed.

According to reports, Salman Khan shot an episode on Thursday, while Alia Bhatt is rumoured to be among the contenders to open the season. Salman is also said to be in contention for the premiere episode.Alia will reportedly appear alongside her husband, Ranbir Kapoor, and her 'Love & War' co-star Vicky Kaushal. Shah Rukh Khan is also rumoured to share the couch with his son, Aryan Khan. The reported guest list further includes Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan, and

Vijay Deverakonda

with Rashmika Mandanna. These appearances remain subject to official confirmation.