Adar Poonawalla, CEO of Serum Institute of India, is set to acquire 50% of Karan Johar’s film company, Dharma Productions, for ₹1000 crore.
This deal will make Poonawalla a major stakeholder in one of Bollywood’s most prestigious production houses, known for films like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham and Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. This move highlights Poonawalla's growing interest in expanding his business into the entertainment industry. Karan Johar will continue to manage Dharma's operations, maintaining creative control of its projects.