Karan Johar to host ELITE most influential 2026 at Oxford University on December 14

Karan Johar is set to host the sixth edition of ELITE Most Influential at the historic Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford, on December 14, 2026.Organised by Puraskar Thadani, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ELITE Magazine, the event will celebrate Indian achievers and personalities from various industries on an international stage.

Known for his work in Hindi cinema, Karan Johar has carved a niche in filmmaking, production and television.

As the host of ELITE Most Influential Season VI, he will lead the ceremony, which aims to highlight individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of business, entertainment, fashion, media and more.

The event will be held at the Bodleian Libraries, one of the most prestigious institutions of the University of Oxford.

This choice continues the tradition of associating the platform with globally renowned landmarks, providing a fitting backdrop for the recognition of achievements on an international level.

Puraskar Thadani, the founder of the ELITE Most Influential platform, has been instrumental in its expansion across international locations.

Previous editions have been held at landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Tower Bridge in London, the Statue of Liberty in New York, Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Museum of the Future.With the University of Oxford hosting the sixth season, the platform will once again add a distinguished international venue to its list.

Thadani, who is known professionally as "Mr.

Impossible", has been focused on recognising individuals for their professional achievements and providing them with international recognition.

Over the years, ELITE Most Influential has celebrated or been associated with personalities from various fields.

Its previous honourees and associations include television journalist Rajat Sharma, business leader Indra Nooyi, designer Masaba Gupta, entrepreneur Sabeer Bhatia, industrialist Adi Godrej and actor Vivek Oberoi.The list also includes chefs Vikas Khanna and Ranveer Brar, along with personalities such as Kanika Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, Esha Deol, Lillete Dubey and Safa Siddiqui.

The event's previous editions have also received sponsorship and support from luxury brands, including Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Jacob & Co.

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The sixth season of ELITE Most Influential is scheduled for December 14, 2026, at the Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford.

While Karan Johar's role as host has been announced, further details about the honourees, attending guests and the programme for the Oxford edition are yet to be revealed.