Ananya Panday has opened up about Karan Johar’s role in her film career, highlighting that he only supports her but does not shield her from criticism.

Ananya, who headlined a series titled Call Me Bae under Karan Johar's production, also shared that Karan is the first one who pops the bubble world around her. Ananya said, "Not at all. He is the first one to pop the bubble.

In a candid chat with Raj Shamani, Ananya Panday addressed the popular belief that Karan Johar protects and shields 'star kids' from criticisms.

Ananya Panday came to her mentor Karan Johar's defence in an interview. She said while he is protective of star kids, Karan will be the first one to burst the delusional bubble. The Call Me Bae actress said the filmmaker intends to give newcomers maximum exposure rather than shielding them from criticism.

Ananya Panday recently opened up about Karan Johar being protective of star kids. She shared that he only wants them to have maximum exposure.