‘Koffee With Karan 9’: Salman Khan To Open Karan Johar Talk Show’s 2026 Season As FIRST Guest?
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is set to headline the opening episode of 'Koffee With Karan' Season 9 as its first guest. According to a recent report, Khan, who previously appeared alongside his his brothers and father, will mark a major milestone by making his very first solo appearance.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is set to kick off the upcoming ninth season of Karan Johar’s popular celebrity talk show, Koffee With Karan. According to industry reports, Khan has agreed to be the opening guest for the highly anticipated season. While official confirmation from the show's creators is still pending, the news has already generated significant buzz across social media. ‘The Traitors S2’: Abhishek Malhan, Parul Gulati and Ranveer Brar Evicted; Dalip Tahil Returns As Wildcard.
Salman Khan to Grace Premiere of ‘Koffee With Karan 9’?
A report by Variety India indicates that Salman Khan has confirmed his presence to host Karan Johar for the premiere episode. In a departure from his previous appearances on the show, Khan is slated to take the couch as a solo guest. Historically, Khan’s visits to the talk show featured family members: he debuted in Season 4 alongside his father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, and returned in Season 5 accompanied by his brothers Arbaaz and Sohail Khan. A solo appearance would mark a first for the actor on the program.
More About ‘Koffee With Karan 9’
Koffee With Karan Season 9 is expected to launch during the Diwali festive period between October and November 2026, streaming exclusively on JioHotstar. Johar has previously teased structural updates for the upcoming installment, noting that the new season will adopt a "new syntax" featuring shorter segments and a refreshed format. Karan Johar’s ‘Koffee With Karan 9’ Tentative Guest List: Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda, Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda and More.
Beyond Khan, circulating reports suggest the lineup could feature a mix of established Bollywood actors, OTT talent, and digital creators, though an official guest list has not yet been released.
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