In a bid to extend help to the members of the Indian entertainment industry amid the coronavirus pandemic, filmmaker Karan Johar on Friday launched a foundation named after his late father, film producer Yash Johar.
“My father understood being in the movie business was hard, which is why we announce the launch of the foundation considering the current scenario and taking into effects and after effects of COVID-19 we have initiated YJF 2021 COVID response to address issues such as food, shelter, medicines of those within the entertainment industry who have been negatively impacted by the pandemic,” Karan Johar said.
The “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil” director announced the initiative via a video featuring photographs of his father and behind the scenes moments from the shoots of various films produced by his father and him under their banner Dharma Productions.
Karan added that this foundation will help initiate the implementation of long-term sustainable plans that will enhance the lives of people and their families in the industry. He also ensured immediate solutions to help people dealing with the ongoing global pandemic and crisis.
