Filmmaker Karan Johar described the intense emotional pressure he felt directing Amitabh Bachchan and working with Lata Mangeshkar for his 2001 film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.' At 28, Johar considered these experiences the peak of his career, admitting to emotional breakdowns due to the stress. He recounted weeping during Lata Mangeshkar's recording of the title track and feeling overwhelmed by the challenge of directing Bachchan, whom he deeply admired.