Janhvi Kapoor has found herself at the centre of another social media controversy following her reported remark about Tara Sutaria on Koffee With Karan Season 9. During a conversation with filmmaker Karan Johar, Janhvi reportedly offered dating advice to Veer Pahariya, telling him to "never take her to a concert."
Viewers quickly connected the comment to Tara's widely discussed appearance at AP Dhillon's Mumbai concert in December 2025. While some interpreted Janhvi's words as playful humour, others criticised the actress for allegedly making an unnecessary personal dig at another woman. The remark has also revived discussions about Tara and Veer's reported breakup.
Janhvi Kapoor's Concert Remark on Koffee With Karan 9 Sparks Debate
The controversy began after Janhvi's reported advice to Veer Pahariya attracted attention online. During the conversation, she allegedly told him, "Never take her to a concert," prompting viewers to connect the statement with his past relationship with Tara Sutaria.
Although the remark did not explicitly name Tara, its timing and context led many social media users to interpret it as a reference to the earlier concert controversy. The comment soon became a talking point, with users debating whether Janhvi was simply making a light-hearted joke or taking a personal swipe. The discussion gained further attention because the incident involving Tara and Veer had already attracted widespread speculation.
'She's Feminist Only When It Benefits Her': Netizens Criticise Janhvi
Several social media users expressed disappointment over Janhvi's reported comment, questioning why another actress had seemingly become the subject of a joke. One user wrote, "She's feminist only when it benefits her," while another commented, "Putting another woman down isn't a flex."
Others described the remark as unnecessary and argued that celebrity conversations should not encourage criticism of women over their personal relationships. Some viewers also questioned whether the comment was appropriate given the speculation Tara had previously faced.
However, not everyone interpreted the statement negatively. Others viewed it as harmless humour made during a casual celebrity conversation. The mixed reactions have created a wider discussion about the difference between friendly teasing and remarks that may reinforce negative narratives about another person.
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Tara Sutaria and AP Dhillon's Concert Controversy Resurfaces
The latest debate has brought renewed attention to AP Dhillon's Mumbai concert in December 2025. During the event, Tara Sutaria joined the singer on stage to perform their song Thodi Si Daaru. A video showing AP Dhillon hugging Tara and kissing her on the cheek subsequently circulated online. Another clip featuring Veer Pahariya in the audience sparked speculation about his reaction to the interaction.
However, Tara and Veer both challenged the narratives that developed around the viral footage. Tara criticised what she described as misleading edits and false interpretations, while Veer also pushed back against the speculation. Neither confirmed that the onstage interaction had caused a personal disagreement.
Janhvi's Remark Revives Tara Sutaria and Veer Pahariya Breakup Rumours
Tara Sutaria and Veer Pahariya reportedly separated in January 2026, following months of public attention surrounding their relationship. However, neither publicly confirmed that the AP Dhillon concert incident contributed to their reported breakup.
Janhvi's latest remark has now brought those earlier discussions back into focus, with social media users revisiting the viral clips and the speculation surrounding them. The renewed attention has also raised questions about how celebrity jokes can affect people who are not directly participating in a conversation.
While some fans believe the comment was intended as light entertainment, critics argue that it unnecessarily revived an uncomfortable episode involving Tara. For now, the backlash reflects differing interpretations of Janhvi's words rather than confirmation that she intended to insult Tara Sutaria.
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