Live Your Best Life with Karan Johar

by Ashwini Samant, Karan Johar (Narrator), Ashwini Samant

Karan Johar, one of Bollywood's iconic directors and producers, is on a mission to live his best life and help listeners do the same. As the listener experiences a revealing, intimate year in his life, they hear him call his inner circle of Bollywood celebrities who are his closest friends and most trusted experts, to discuss the most important bedrocks of living your best life. He reveals some of his most personal, never before revealed insecurities, desires and burning questions, and gives listeners access to the top luminaries and icons across India, to help them overcome universal challenges and takes steps toward achieving their desires. From building self-confidence to finding love and growing personal wealth, this podcast offers a unique window into the life and mind of a beloved Bollywood legend, while equipping you with the tools to overcome your own obstacles and achieve your deepest desires.

Prepare to be inspired, uplifted and transformed, as Karan Johar shares his most vulnerable moments and leads you on a journey towards living your best life. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking guidance, motivation and a glimpse into the heart and soul of one of India’s most beloved icons.

Episode 1: ‘Self-Love’ with Prajakta Koli and Konkona Sensharma

Episode 2: ‘Modern Love’ with Dhruv Sehgal, Mithila Palkar and Preeti Shenoy

Episode 3: ‘Modern Marriage’ with Masaba Gupta, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal

Episode 4: ‘Modern Family’ with Ira Khan, Neha Dhupia, Durjoy & Avantika Dutta

Episode 5: ‘Be Your Own Boss’ with Gary Vaynerchuk and Raj Shamani

Episode 6: ‘Build Your Wealth’ with Kunal Shah and Peyush Bansal

Episode 7: ‘Keep Your Wealth’ with Monika Halan and Sharan Hegde

Episode 8: ‘Healthy Habits, Mind & Body’ with Luke Continho and Khubbra Sait

Episode 9: ‘Social Wellness’ with Bhuvan Bam and Divija Bhasin

Episode 10: ‘Main Character Energy’ with Sushant Divgikr and Zakir Khan

Live Your Best Life with Karan Johar is an Audible Original, developed by Audible, Varun Duggirala, Sol Production; written by Ashwini Samant; directed by Mantra; produced by MnM Talkies; music score by Aditya Pushkarna; theme music by Naozad Patel, sound edited by Shantanu Hudlikar, mixed and mastered by Sound & Vision Studios.

Audible Audio

Published May 24, 2025

Reviews

[Rachel Coutinho · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this audio book like podcast, Karan Johar and other successful people share how they tackle the topics such as self love, relationships, building wealth and their confidence.

While the 'story line' was thin, the experiences shared in the conversations were relatable and inspiring.

I highly recommend for anyone who needs a boost of motivation 💥

[Coco · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is for you, if you enjoy Koffee with Karan in a podcast format , talking about topics like love, family, wealth management, self care and wellbeing. A light and fun listening.

[Pratyusha DV · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this as an audio book on Audible, as I enjoy any book that's been narrated by the writer or who the book is about.

What I liked about the book:
- I generally enjoy Karan speaking (when he's himself)
- He's shared a lot about himself that perhaps he hasn't in other places before - it was endearing and refreshing.
- Though I had to bring myself in the zone to listen to the conversations on money as it was a change of pace / content from other chapters, I liked the attempt at holistic growth for one's "best life".
- Overall an interesting guest list, many of whose stories I had no idea about.
- Easy, mostly fun read, wouldn't have minded more conversations.

What I didn't like about the book:

- why did the conversations / monologue in the beginning of each chapter seem so weird?
- the attempt at an organic segue between conversations wasn't needed.
- would have liked some info about the guests before they came, rather than I having to do extra work in finding out their story.
- didn't particularly care for what the Psychologist / Therapist had to say (this might be biased being a Psychologist myself), but also found Kubra Sait's conversation like meh, though I like her work.
- Didn't have to insert "best life" so many times, yes we remember that's what we're talking about.


The format of the book is definitely made for listening and not reading, and worth a listen if you like self-help / Bollywood-esque / Karan Johar's humour-venting kind of stuff.

[Yuthika · Rating 3 out of 5]

More of a podcast than an audiobook, but really enjoyable. Karan Johar has spoken of his insecurities before, so what made this fresh and new? He reached out to multiple people for perspective and insights, and advice too. My favourites were Luke Continho, Sushant Divgikr, and Preeti Shenoy. I found myself thinking about the mistakes I make to self-sabotage, or things I could incorporate quietly and simply in my life - especially now :)
Interesting thoughts on self-love, modern love and modern marriage too!

[AttackGirl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mindfulness in living, but really who else could you be, regardless of your thoughts you are still just and only you and what is the best life and who determines what is best. What did the millions who’ve died live?

[Bridget · Rating 4 out of 5]

Casual, very sweet discussions and words of wisdom & life tips on numerous topics. It’s a series of phone calls so some of the sound isn’t the best and is hard to hear, but lovely overall

[Just another reader · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loved it except the conversation with Divija Bhasin which I did not like but that's just me.
Recommended!
A 3.5 from me.