Divya Khossla Kumar Takes a Dig at Karan Johar Amid Jigra Box Office Controversy

In a brewing Bollywood feud, actress Divya Khossla Kumar has launched a scathing indirect attack on filmmaker Karan Johar and actress Alia Bhatt over the box office performance of Jigra, a film produced by Johar and starring Bhatt. Khossla, known for her outspoken nature, accused Bhatt of artificially inflating the box office numbers of Jigra, which opened to an underwhelming performance.

Divya Khossla Kumar’s Allegations Against Jigra

Khossla took to Instagram to express her skepticism over Jigra’s reported earnings. In a pointed post, she shared a photo of an empty cinema hall and implied that Bhatt had purchased tickets herself to artificially boost box office figures. Her Instagram story read, “Went to Citi Mall PVR for Jigra show. Theatre was totally empty… all theaters going empty everywhere.”

She added in a sarcastic tone, “Alia Bhatt mein sach mein Bahut #Jigra hai… khud hi tickets kharide aur fake collections announce kar diye,” which loosely translates to, “Alia Bhatt really has a lot of courage… buying her own tickets and announcing fake collections.”

Khossla’s accusations stirred controversy, especially because Jigra reportedly earned ₹4.55 crore on its opening day, marking Bhatt’s lowest first-day box office collection in a decade. According to Divya, the numbers were inflated to create a false narrative of success.

Karan Johar’s Cryptic Response

Hours after Khossla’s post, Karan Johar responded indirectly through his Instagram story. Without naming anyone, he posted, “Silence is the best speech you will ever give to fools,” leading many to believe that his message was aimed at Khossla. Johar’s refusal to engage further appeared to be a dismissal of the controversy, yet the timing of his post was telling.

The Feud’s Origins: Similarities Between Jigra and Savi

The tension between Khossla and the Jigra team began with the release of Jigra’s trailer. According to Khossla, the plot of the film shares striking similarities with her own film, Savi. While Savi, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Anil Kapoor, follows a housewife’s attempt to break her husband out of prison, Jigra focuses on a woman rescuing her brother from jail.

Khossla acknowledged the similarities in a prior interview, saying, “Yes, I too have been getting this question a lot… But I would just like to say that each film has its own journey. With the love of the audience and the grace of God, Savi has proved its worth on its own merits.”

While Khossla expressed gratitude for the success of Savi, she did not shy away from suggesting that Jigra may have drawn inspiration from her film. This added fuel to the fire as she accused Alia Bhatt of not only copying her film’s concept but also manipulating box office figures to portray success.

Divya Khossla’s Continued Criticism

The Instagram feud didn’t stop with one post. Khossla doubled down on her accusations, posting another cryptic story on Instagram that read, “Truth will always offend fools opposed to it.” This appeared to be a direct response to Johar’s earlier post about silence being the best response to “fools.”

In a second story, Khossla wrote, “When you’re shamelessly accustomed to stealing what rightfully belongs to others, you will always seek shelter in silence. You will have no voice, no spine.” The comments implied a larger issue of integrity, where Khossla seemed to accuse the Jigra team of lacking moral fortitude.

The Industry Reacts

The controversy has sparked widespread discussion on social media platforms like Reddit, where users are weighing in on the drama. Some users took a lighthearted approach, joking about the public nature of the spat. One Reddit user commented, “Bollywood e lafda i repeat bollywood e lafda is happening,” while another said, “This lafda is such a breath of fresh air. No passive aggression, no mincing words and sly jabs.”

Others highlighted the fact that both sides are influential within Bollywood, with Khossla being the wife of T-Series head Bhushan Kumar, and Johar being a powerhouse producer. This dynamic has made the feud even more intriguing, as neither side can easily play the victim card.

The Future of the Jigra Feud

While Jigra continues its box office run, the feud between Khossla and the Jigra team shows no signs of slowing down. Khossla’s repeated jabs on social media indicate that she is prepared to continue speaking out against what she perceives as foul play in the industry.

As of now, Jigra has collected ₹11 crore in its first two days of release, which includes the Dussehra holiday. This figure further adds to the speculation surrounding the film’s true box office performance, with Khossla remaining steadfast in her claims of manipulation. Whether Johar or Bhatt will respond more directly remains to be seen.

Similar Past Controversies

This isn’t the first time a Bollywood film has faced accusations of inflating box office numbers. In the past, several filmmakers have been accused of similar tactics to create a narrative of success. The issue highlights a growing concern within the industry about transparency in box office reporting, with some calling for more accountability and regulation.

Whether the feud between Khossla and the Jigra team will lead to broader discussions about these practices is uncertain, but for now, the drama continues to capture the attention of Bollywood fans.