Javed Akhtar News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar wish everyone on Eid with a wholesome family pic
Mumbai, March 31: Bollywood stalwarts Shabana Azmi, and Javed Akhtar wished everyone on Eid with a wholesome family pic featuring son Farhan Akhtar, daughter Zoya Akhtar and daughter-in-law Shibani Akhtar.
Javed Akhtar reveals if he is as romantic in real life as his poetry
Mumbai, March 27: Legendary lyricist and screenwriter, Javed Akhtar has talked about romance in his personal life with a sprinkle of humour.
DK Shivakumar meets Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar at his residence
Bengaluru, March 24: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday met veteran actress Shabana Azmi and legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar at his residence in Sadashivanagar.
Aamir Khan reveals he never got a film offer from Subhash Ghai
Mumbai, March 11: Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who was last seen in 'Laal Singh Chaddha', has shared that he never received an offer for a film from filmmaker Subhash Ghai despite being a bonafide superstar.
Shabana Azmi conferred lifetime award by K'taka govt
Bengaluru, March 10: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Shabana Azmi on Monday, the legendary Indian actress and multilingual artist, at the Kaveri residence as part of the 16th Bengaluru International Film Festival.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah honours Shabana Azmi with Lifetime Achievement Award at 16th Bengaluru International Film Festival
Bengaluru, March 10: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah honoured veteran actress Shabana Azmi with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 16th International Film Festival in Bengaluru. Legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar was also present on the occasion.
Aamir Khan sheds light on the importance of connecting with the audience
Mumbai, March 9: Aamir Khan graced the special film festival launched by PVR INOX, "Aamir Khan: Cinema Ka Jadugar". The launch event was also attended by legendary lyricist and screenwriter, Javed Akhtar.
Javed Akhtar praises Aamir Khan's fearless approach to filmmaking at 'Cinema Ka Jadugar' launch
Mumbai, March 9: In a grand celebration of Aamir Khan's cinematic legacy, PVR INOX has announced a special film festival titled 'Aamir Khan: Cinema Ka Jadugar', dedicated to the superstar's contribution to Indian cinema.
Aamir Khan traces the roots to his courage of saying 'No' to films
Mumbai, March 9: Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan attended the lunch of the Aamir Khan Film Festival in Mumbai on Sunday ahead of his birthday on March 14.
Javed Akhtar condemns Jamaat President's remarks on Shami for not keeping roza
Mumbai, March 8: Poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar came out in support of Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami, who has been at the centre of controversy after the President of All India Muslim Jamaat, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi, called the Indian pacer "a criminal" for not observing 'Roza' during Ramzan.
Kangana and Javed Akhtar reached a ceasefire in their defamation case after 40th hearing
Mumbai, Feb 28: After five years of legal battles, actor-turned-MP Kangana Ranaut and lyricist Javed Akhtar have finally reached a mutually satisfactory settlement in their defamation lawsuits against each other.
Kangana Ranaut, Javed Akhtar end their five-year-long defamation case
Mumbai, February 28: Bollywood actor-politician Kangana Ranaut and veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar have successfully resolved their five-year-long defamation case.
'Superboys of Malegaon's first track 'Bande' celebrates passion and perseverance
Mumbai, Feb 21: The makers of the much-awaited film "Superboys of Malegaon" have unveiled the first song from the drama, "Bande". Composed by the celebrated duo Sachin-Jigar, the track is a powerful musical tribute to resilience, passion, and the unbreakable spirit of dreamers.
Anil Kapoor recalls how a small role in 'Ek Baar Kaho' became a passport into Hindi cinema
Mumbai, Feb 7: Actor Anil Kapoor took to social media to celebrate 45 years of his film "Ek Baar Kaho," where he played a blink-and-miss role.
There are so many special feelings..: Prajakta Koli attends Jaipur Literature Festival 2025
Jaipur, February 1: Actress Prajakta Koli expressed her excitement about attending the Jaipur Literature Festival 2025.
Learning other language shouldn't be at cost of your own language: Javed Akhtar speaks at Jaipur Literature Festival 2025
Jaipur, January 30: The grand inauguration of the 2025 edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) has begun with a blend of cultural discussions, art, and music.
Here's what Zoya, Farhan and Shibani did for Javed Akhtar
Mumbai, Jan 30: Veteran actress Shabana Azmi revealed that Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar hosted a movie night for legendary screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar for his 80th birthday.
Farah Khan hosts another birthday bash for Javed Akhtar; Shabana Azmi pens thank you note
Mumbai, Jan 29: Legendary screenwriter and lyricist, Javed Akhtar celebrated his 80th birthday on 17th January 2025. Continuing with the celebration, filmmaker Farah Khan hosted a birthday bash for the acclaimed writer.
Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar hold hands as they pose for picture in holiday
Mumbai, Jan 25: Veteran Bollywood actress Shabana Azmi has shared an adorable picture of herself along with her screenwriter and lyricist husband Javed Akhtar.
Subhash Ghai celebrates 80th birthday with Javed Akhtar; Share learning tips for direction at Whistling Woods International Convocation ceremony
Mumbai, January 24: Director Subhash Ghai celebrated his 80th birthday today with his dear friend and writer Javed Akhtar after the convocation ceremony at Whistling Woods International Film School. At the event, he also shared the difference between the learning process of acting and direction.
Subhash Ghai celebrates 80th birthday with Javed Akhtar; Share learning tips for direction at Whistle Woods International Convocation ceremony
Mumbai, January 24: Director Subhash Ghai celebrated his 80th birthday today with his dear friend and writer Javed Akhtar after the convocation ceremony at Whistle Woods International Film School. At the event, he also shared the difference between the learning process of acting and direction.
Javed Akhtar, Pankaj Kapur share success mantra after receiving Lifetime Achievement Awards at Whistle Woods International convocation ceremony 2025
Mumbai, January 24: Veteran actor Pankaj Kapur and writer Javed Akhtar were conferred with the Lifetime Achievement award at the convocation ceremony of the Whistling Woods International, a renowned film institute, on Friday.
Subhash Ghai & Javed Akhtar 'in one frame' as they celebrate their 80th birthday together
Mumbai, Jan 24: Accomplished filmmaker Subhash Ghai turned 80 today on 24th January 2025. Joining the milestone, writer Javed Akhtar also celebrated his 80th birthday on 17th January 2025.
18th JLF edition announced from January 30 to Feb 3 in Jaipur
Jaipur, Jan 21: The 18th edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) will be held from January 30 to February 3 at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur, offering a meticulously curated program celebrates literature, culture, and global dialogue.
Aamir Khan, Shankar Mahadevan, Farhan Akhtar perform 'Dil Chahta Hai' title track on Javed Akhtar's birthday
Mumbai, January 19: Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar shared a video of superstar Aamir Khan, singer-music composer Shankar Mahadevan and Farhan Akhtar performing 'Dil Chahta Hai' title track on the occasion of veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar's birthday.
This is what Vidya Balan & Sidharth Roy Kapoor gifted Javed Akhtar on his 80th birthday
Mumbai, Jan 18: Acclaimed screenwriter, and lyricist, Javed Akhtar turned 80 on 17th January 2025. The writer received a very special gift from Vidya Balan, and Sidharth Roy Kapoor.
Javed Akhtar's 80th birthday: Bachchans, Aamir Khan & others attend the star-studded affair
Mumbai, Jan 18: One of the most celebrated screenwriters, and lyricists in Bollywood, Javed Akhtar touched the 80-year milestone on 17th January 2025. Giving a sneak peek into the star-studded birthday bash, yesteryear diva Urmila Matondkar dropped a beautiful post on her official IG.
Anil Kapoor, Farah Khan celebrate birthday of screenwriting legend Javed Akhtar with heartfelt Instagram post
Mumbai, Jan 17: Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, and choreographer-director Farah Khan are celebrating the birthday of the Indian screenwriting legend Javed Akhtar.