Did you know about Ayushmann Khurrana's Rejection by Karan Johar Over the Phone? Details Inside

Ayushmann Khurrana began his career as a radio jockey before moving into video jockeying. He made his Bollywood debut in 2012 with Shoojit Sircar’s Vicky Donor, co-starring Yami Gautam. Early in his career, Ayushmann obtained Karan Johar's landline number but faced rejection when he called, as he was informed that the team at Dharma Productions did not audition outsiders

During an episode of "Koffee With Karan" Season 6, Ayushmann reflected on his experience as an "outsider" in the industry. He recalled interviewing Karan Johar in 2007 and mentioned his aspiration to act. After getting the filmmaker’s contact information, he called the production company but was met with rejection. This moment highlighted the challenges newcomers often face in the competitive film industry.

Ayushmann's journey began when he won the second season of MTV Roadies in 2004, followed by appearances in various shows. He made his film debut in 2012 with "Vicky Donor," though he faced some early setbacks with subsequent films like "Nautanki Saala" and "Hawaizaada."