Karan Johar might have turned down the offer to play Alia Bhatt's father in 'Shandaar', but he is still very much a part of the film. 

Reports suggests that though he is not playing Alia's onscreen father in the film, he will play a small role in the flick.

All thanks to the Bhatt girl, who convinced her mentor to act in it. Alia and KJo have already started shooting in London.

KJo will be seen playing a villain in Anurag Kashyap's 'Bombay Velvet' that is slated to release early next year.