NOT a starkid: Karan Johar answers trolls who asked about Dostana 2 actor Lakshya's filmy connection

Dostana 2: Karan Johar puts an end to nepotism remarks on newbie Lakshya and reveals who he is

Nepotism has been the achilles heel for filmmaker Karan Johar, for he somehow, all the time gets sucked into the debate -- even when he doesn't go with starkids for a movie. Wednesday was no exception -- when Johar announced Lakshya would be the third cast member -- the suitable boy -- in Dostana 2.

KJo had posted on his social media accounts: "Both happy and excited to introduce the new kid on the Dharma block! Lakshya will be making his debut with us in Dostana 2 and from thereon, we hope to start a solid cinematic journey together! Please welcome Lakshya and shower him with all your love and blessings."

And this was met with queries regarding Lakshya "filmy connections".

But Thursday was Johar's redemption.

KJo took to Twitter to clarify Lakshya did not have any filmy connections.

Yes.

"Yes I woke up to several inquiries asking about his film industry connections! He is NOT from the business and went through a legit audition process! Am grateful to Shanoo Sharma for introducing Lakshya to Dharma Productions," KJo tweeted.

India Tv - Comments on Karan Johar's announcement post for Dostana 2 actor Lakshya.

Comments on Karan Johar's announcement post for Dostana 2 actor Lakshya.

There were director’s fans who supported him in the comments and wrote that Lakshya was a television actor whose full name is Lakshya Lalwani. He has featured in a lot of shows which include Porus, Warrior High, Adhuri Kahaani Humari and Pardes Mein Hai Mera Dil.

India Tv - Comments on Karan Johar's announcement post for Dostana 2 actor Lakshya.

Comments on Karan Johar's announcement post for Dostana 2 actor Lakshya.

India Tv - Comments on Karan Johar's announcement post for Dostana 2 actor Lakshya.

Comments on Karan Johar's announcement post for Dostana 2 actor Lakshya.

Lakshya even took to his social media handle to thank the director and wrote, "Overwhelmed, grateful & down right EXCITED for this wonderful new beginning! Thank you for this welcome into the #Dharma family, can't wait to get started on #Dostana2! @Dharmamovies."

Talking about the film, the cast was confirmed by Karan in June when he shared the news: "Maa da laadla bigadne wala hai. Can't wait to take this franchise forward with my partners in crime Janhvi Kapoor Collin D'Cunha and the suitable boy." Janhvi and Kartik will reportedly play the role of siblings in the film.

Coming back to Porun, a report in Spotboye states that the actor who started his career through the show Warrior High in the year 2015 has changed his name. Talking about the same, he told the portal, "No one suggested or influenced me to drop my surname. There is no numerology attached to my decision as I don’t believe in it. I strongly feel it is destiny and hard work which make all the difference. It’s simply an ideology which attracted me." Meanwhile, have a look at Lakshya's look in Porus here: