A candid discussion on infidelity featuring Twinkle Khanna and Kajol on their new talk show ‘Two Much’ has sparked widespread online backlash. The episode, which included guests Karan Johar and Janhvi Kapoor, saw the celebrities debating the severity of emotional versus physical cheating. The controversy intensified after Twinkle Khanna’s comment, ‘Raat gayi, baat gayi’ (which translates to ‘the night is gone, the matter is over’), was interpreted by many as condoning infidelity.
On the show, hosted by Khanna and Kajol, the conversation explored relationship dynamics. Kajol touched upon the importance of compatibility, suggesting love might not be enough if a couple isn’t fundamentally compatible. When the topic of cheating arose, Janhvi Kapoor clearly stated that physical infidelity would be a non-negotiable deal-breaker for her. Karan Johar expressed a differing view, suggesting physical cheating might not be the end of a relationship, which Janhvi strongly disagreed with.
Twinkle Khanna then added her viewpoint, advising Janhvi, ‘We’re in our 50s, she’s in her 20s, and she will get into this circle soon. She hasn’t seen what we have. Raat gayi, baat gayi.’ This remark was heavily criticized by netizens, who felt it trivialized a serious issue and normalized potentially harmful behavior. Social media platforms buzzed with negative reactions, with many commending Janhvi Kapoor’s firm stance on self-respect and boundaries.
Users on forums like Reddit voiced their disappointment, with some speculating that the hosts’ views stemmed from personal experiences with infidelity. The overwhelming sentiment online was that Khanna and Kajol’s comments were out of touch and set a poor example. As of now, there has been no official statement from Kajol or Twinkle Khanna regarding the public’s reaction.