It’s official — Koffee With Karan is brewing again! In a surprise Instagram Live on April 17, Karan Johar finally confirmed that the iconic celebrity chat show will return with its ninth season, sending fans into a frenzy. The filmmaker and host hinted at a fresh, bold new direction for the show, promising an evolved format and a refreshing vibe unlike anything we’ve seen before.
When a fan asked about the next season during the live, Karan cheekily responded, “It’s not Season 8… it is actually Season 9… coming soon at a digital desktop near you.” That one-liner was enough to spark excitement all over social media. The mention of a digital launch suggests the new season will once again stream directly on OTT platforms, continuing its successful partnership with Disney+ Hotstar.
Beyond confirming its return, Karan dropped some major updates on what fans can expect from KWK 9. In an earlier chat with Sucharita Tyagi, he shared that the new season, set to launch in the second half of 2025, will look and feel very different. The biggest shocker? The iconic rapid-fire round—a staple of the show since 2004—may not be returning. “It was so boring that I was like snooze alert,” Karan admitted, adding, “Main hi hamper ghar le jaata hoon.” Instead, the show will lean into more genuine, meaningful conversations, moving away from the sensationalism that once defined it.
Johar also addressed the changing media landscape and the guarded nature of today’s stars. “Celebrities don’t speak as freely anymore,” he said. “I still feel Bhatt saab will be brutally honest, but I can’t even have him on the show anymore,” he joked, referencing Mahesh Bhatt‘s legendary no-filter episode alongside Emraan Hashmi.
The filmmaker also opened up during the live session about his recent transformation, crediting mindful eating, regular workouts, and mental wellness for his impressive weight loss. Fans praised his transparency and applauded his wellness journey alongside his professional comeback.
Since its debut in 2004, Koffee With Karan has become one of India’s most iconic talk shows, known for its celebrity gossip, hilarious moments, and viral soundbites. With nearly every Bollywood A-lister having graced the couch, the show has cemented itself in pop culture history.
With Season 9 on the horizon and major changes underway, fans are eager to see how Karan reinvents the show while still serving up that signature blend of glam, gossip, and candidness. Get ready—because the coffee is about to get even hotter!