“Adolescence is a wake up loud call to parents”: Karan Johar pens emotional note for Netflix series; calls it “blasterclass”
Bollywood filmmaker and producer Karan Johar recently shared a heartfelt and thought-provoking review of the Netflix mini-series Adolescence, calling it a “gut-wrenching” reflection on parenting and the pervasive influence of social media. In a detailed note posted on his social media, Johar praised the four-episode series as a “blasterclass for parents,” speaking of its relevance in today’s digital era and its profound impact on him both as a filmmaker and as a father to twins.
A Personal Reflection on Parenting Johar began his review by delving into the complexities of raising children. “I have always known that raising a child is as much a blessing as it is an arduous responsibility,” he wrote. “No book or podcast can prepare you or teach you to be the best version of yourself as a parent … what you need to first be is the best version of YOURSELF.” He highlighted how a parent’s words, actions, habits, and beliefs inevitably shape their children, noting, “They are embodiments of your soul … you may not realise the reflection but they will mirror you.” Adolescence: A Mirror to Modern Parenting In his note, Johar described Adolescence as a “wake-up loud call” for parents raising children in the age of social media. He contrasted his own upbringing with the realities of today’s youth: “I grew up on conversations, they speak in emojis … I grew up on books, they scroll reels … I grew up on self-discovery, they are surrounded by comparisons.” For Johar, the show exposes a hidden “pandemic” of disconnection and pressure that defines the current generation—a crisis amplified by platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
He praised Adolescence for tackling pressing issues such as “the gaze of perceived masculinity,” bullying, and the tendency to overlook children’s habits and behavioral patterns. “The pandemic is NOW! We just don’t see it,” Johar warned, urging parents to confront these challenges head-on. A Filmmaker Moved by Technical Brilliance Beyond its emotional depth, Johar lauded the series as a “technical marvel,” particularly its innovative use of four groundbreaking long shots. “The technical marvel of 4 ground-breaking long shots moved me as a filmmaker but broke me as a parent,” he wrote.
For Johar, Adolescence transcends the realm of mere entertainment. “This is more than a series, it’s a forever lesson,” he declared, crediting the show with heightening his “awareness and responsibility quotient” as a parent. He expressed gratitude to the creators—led by Stephen Graham—and Netflix for delivering a project that doubles as both a storytelling triumph and a societal mirror.
“I am raising twins … and I thank this show for building my awareness,” Johar added, emphasizing how the series has influenced his perspective on parenting in a digitally dominated world.
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Since its premiere on March 14, 2025, Adolescence has soared to the top of Netflix’s global most-watched list, with its raw portrayal of youth in crisis striking a chord worldwide—including in India.
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