Karan Johar has often been called out for his alleged bias against outsiders in Bollywood. Whether it was openly admitting he didn’t like Ranveer Singh when he first saw him or confessing he wanted to sabotage Anushka Sharma’s career, controversies around KJo and his treatment of non-star kids refuse to die down.

Now, another spicy rumour from the industry has resurfaced.

Back in 2017, during the promotions of Kaabil, Hrithik Roshan was reportedly invited to Koffee With Karan. However, the buzz suggests that Karan Johar did not extend the invite to Yami Gautam, labeling her as “not popular enough” to fit the show’s profile at that time.

As per insiders, Hrithik refused to make a solo appearance and insisted that if he comes, Yami must be invited too. The episode ultimately never happened and credit goes to Hrithik for standing by his leading lady.

This isn’t the first time celebrities have had concerns about KWK. Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma have openly boycotted the show, stating that its gossip-driven content affects their public image and puts personal life ahead of professional achievements.

Fast forward to today’s the scenario has completely changed for Yami Gautam.

She has grown into one of Bollywood’s most respected actresses with consistent performances in films like Uri, A Thursday, and Article 370, while her filmmaker-husband Aditya Dhar is basking in the record-breaking success of Dhurandhar. Even Karan Johar recently praised the directorial brilliance of Aditya Dhar is a strong reminder that time truly changes everything.

From being not fit for the couch to now commanding the industry’s attention, Yami’s journey feels like the perfect karma clapback.