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.

In the latest episode of Raj Shamani’s podcast, Ananya Panday denied allegations of Karan Johar shielding his friends from criticism.

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 has stepped in to defend Karan Johar from ongoing “protecting” star kids accusations.The Indian filmmaker has been called out multiple times for launching star kids in his films including Alia Bhatt,

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.

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