Javed Akhtar
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Quick Facts
- Full Name
- Javed Akhtar
- Born
- January 17, 1945
- Birthplace
- Khairabad
- Age
- 81 years
- Zodiac Sign
- Capricorn
- Height
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- Weight
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- Nationality
- 🇮🇳 India
- Religion
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- Ethnicity
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- Eye Color
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- Hair Color
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- Profession
- Actor, Author
- Net Worth
- —
- Education
- Lucknow; Saifiya College; Bhopal; Aligarh Muslim University; Minto Circle
- Spouse
- Honey IraniShabana Azmi
- Children
- 2 (Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar)
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Biography
Javed Akhtar is 81 years old, an actor, from India.
Javed Akhtar is an Indian screenwriter, lyricist, poet, and political activist. Renowned for his extensive work in Hindi cinema, he has won five National Film Awards and sixteen Filmfare Awards. He was honoured with the Padma Shri in 1999 and the Padma Bhushan in 2007, two of India's highest civilian honours. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest screenwriters and lyricists in the history of Indian cinema.
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Career & Filmography
Movies(31)
| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Gold |
| 2012 | Ekk Deewana Tha |
| 2011 | The Story of Film: An Odyssey |
| 2011 | Cinema Is Everywhere |
| 2007 | Billa |
| 2006 | Don |
| 2004 | Lakshya |
| 2003 | Armaan |
| 1997 | Virasat |
| 1995 | Prem |
Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja
writer1993
Khel
writer1992
Main Azaad Hoon
writer1989
Joshilaay
writer1989
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Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
actor1988
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Saagar
writer1985
Arjun
writer1985
Meri Jung
writer1985
Mashaal
writer1984
Duniya
writer1984
Betaab
writer1983
Shakti
writer1982
Kaala Patthar
writer1979
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Don
writer1978
Aakhri Daao
writer1975
Deewaar
writer1975
Majboor
writer1974
Zanjeer
writer1973
Seeta Aur Geeta
writer1972
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Yakeen
writer1969
Family
Z
Zoya Akhtar
Child
Farhan Akhtar
Child
J
Jan Nisar Akhtar
Parent
Honey Irani
Spouse
S
Salman Akhtar
Sibling
Shabana Azmi
Spouse
Relationships
Romantic History
| Person | Status |
|---|---|
| Honey Irani | Married |
| Shabana Azmi | Married |
Family
Awards & Nominations
5 Won0 Nominated
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sahitya Akademi Award in Urdu | Won |
| 2007 | Padma Bhushan | Won |
| 2003 | National Film Award for Best Lyrics | Won |
| 2001 | National Film Award for Best Lyrics | Won |
| 1999 | Padma Shri in arts | Won |
Interesting Facts
- Akhtar was nominated to the Parliament upper house Rajya Sabha on 16 November 2009.
- Akhtar was married to Honey Irani, with whom he had two children, Farhan Akhtar, a film actor, producer, director and Zoya Akhtar, a film writer, director and producer.
- The father-and-son duo have worked together in films such as Dil Chahta Hai, Lakshya, Rock On!! and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara with Zoya.
- Farhan was previously married to hair stylist Adhuna Akhtar, they divorced in 2017, and he is currently married to actress and singer Shibani Dandekar.
- Despite having an Islamic upbringing, Akhtar declared himself to be an "equal opportunity atheist" who is against all faiths, and also brought up his children Farhan and Zoya Akhtar as atheists.
- However, he continues to identify as a "cultural Muslim" because of his heritage associated with the Islamic civilization.
- Akhtar married Shabana Azmi, the daughter of Urdu poet, Kaifi Azmi and later divorced Irani.
- Akhtar's uncle, Asrar-ul-Haq "Majaz" was also an Urdu poet.
- His uncle, Ansar Harvani, was a member of the Indian independence movement and an elected Member of Parliament.
- Akhtar's aunt, Hamida Salim, was an Indian author, economist and educator as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Javed Akhtar is an India actor and author, aged 81. They are known for their work in the entertainment industry.
Javed Akhtar is known for being an actor and author and has appeared in 31 films.
Javed Akhtar is 81 years old. They were born on January 17, 1945.
Javed Akhtar was born on January 17, 1945.
Javed Akhtar's zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Javed Akhtar was born in Khairabad, India.
Javed Akhtar is India.
Javed Akhtar is currently married to Honey Irani.
Javed Akhtar's wife is Honey Irani.
Javed Akhtar has 2 children: Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar.
Javed Akhtar's parent is Jan Nisar Akhtar.
Yes, Javed Akhtar has 1 sibling: Salman Akhtar.
Javed Akhtar has appeared in 31 movies listed in our database.
Javed Akhtar's most recent movie in our records is "Gold" (2018).
Javed Akhtar has won 5 awards including the Sahitya Akademi Award in Urdu in 2013.
Javed Akhtar has won 5 awards and received 0 nominations.
Yes, Javed Akhtar is on Twitter/X with the handle @javedakhtarjadu.
Javed Akhtar's educational background: Lucknow; Saifiya College; Bhopal; Aligarh Muslim University; Minto Circle.
Javed Akhtar is based in India.
The exact start of Javed Akhtar's career as a actor is not publicly documented.
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