Dharma Productions is an Indian film production and distribution company founded in 1979 by Yash Johar. It is known for producing high quality films, with over 36 films produced as of 2016. The company was taken over by Karan Johar in 2004 after his father Yash Johar's death. A SWOT and PESTEL analysis identifies the company's strengths in producing likeable, relatable films for youth, weaknesses in environmental practices, and threats from political controversies over certain films' content.