It wasn’t a rehearsed confession, it was a genuine pause between two Bollywood heavyweights. When Karan Johar nudged him about his '8‑hit streak', Dhawan was caught off guard.
The comment, made during a 2021 episode, had him boasting about a string of hit films that eclipsed peers Ranbir Kapoor and Ranveer Singh. The brag, once a badge of pride, now feels like a relic of youthful bravado.
According to Dhawan, the only flex that matters is the work itself. He praised Ajay Devgn, noting how the veteran remains calm whether his film is a hit or a flop.
Dhawan is gearing up for a new venture with Rahul Pandey, whose directorial vision he says will be a fresh challenge. In addition, he’s slated to return to the forest in Bhediya 2, a role that could showcase a different facet of his craft.
The Bollywood audience will watch closely to see if this newfound humility translates into a deeper, more nuanced performance. Fans and critics alike are already drawing parallels to the actor’s previous, more flamboyant persona.