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Farhan Akhtar
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- Born 9 January 1974
- Place of Birth Mumbai
- Occupation Actor, Film Director, Film Producer, Screenwriter, Singer, Lyricist, Songwriter, Film Actor, Television Presenter
- Father Javed Akhtar
- Mother Honey Irani
- Spouse Adhuna Bhabani (2000; 2017), Shibani Dandekar (2022)
- Siblings Zoya Akhtar
- Years active 2001-present
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- Angry Young Men,
- Zoya Akhtar,
- Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
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ABOUT farhan akhtar
Farhan Akhtar: A Multifaceted Talent in Bollywood Farhan Akhtar, born January 9, 1974, is a prominent figure in Hindi cinema, excelling as an actor, director, producer, and singer. Son of renowned screenwriters Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani, he co-founded Excel Entertainment with Ritesh Sidhwani in 1999. Akhtar's directorial debut, Dil Chahta Hai (2001), garnered critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of contemporary Indian youth, winning the National Award for Best Hindi Film and Filmfare Awards. His subsequent directorial ventures included Lakshya (2004), and the Don franchise (2006, 2011). His acting debut in Rock On!! (2008) earned him a second National Film Award (as producer) and the Filmfare Best Male Debut award. His role in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011), which he also wrote and produced, brought him Filmfare Awards for Best Film, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Dialogue. His portrayal of Milkha Singh in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013) won him the Filmfare Best Actor Award. Other notable roles include his appearances in Dil Dhadakne Do (2015), Wazir (2016), The Sky Is Pink (2019), and Toofaan (2021). His recent projects and future endeavors are not publicly detailed. Akhtar’s career reflects a versatile and accomplished presence in the Indian film industry.
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FARHAN AKHTAR NEWS
Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment sells Rs 800 cr stake to Universal Music Group; how it's different from Karan Johar's Rs 1000 cr Dharma deal
January 06, 2026 1:09 pm
While Dharma Productions Executive Chairperson Karan Johar and CEO Apoorva Mehta opted for a majority equity sale to Adar Poonawalla-led Serene Productions in 2024, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani have sold only 30% minority stakes of Excel Entertainment to Universal Music Group.
Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment sells minority stake to Universal Studios amid Don 3, Jee Le Zaraa delays: report
January 03, 2026 11:00 am
Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani have reportedly sold a minority stake in Excel Entertainment to Hollywood giant Universal Studios.
As Ranveer Singh exits Don 3, did he really need the franchise at all? Should Shah Rukh Khan make a comeback as the '11 mulkon ka Don'?
December 25, 2025 5:53 pm
When Ranveer Singh already commands a blockbuster raw action franchise like Dhurandhar, does he really need the burden of the Don franchise on his shoulders?
Farhan Akhtar calls out filmmakers 'glorifying' toxic masculinity; expert explains its impact on young minds
December 07, 2025 2:28 pm
Psychologist Priyanka Bhosale explains how young men internalise aggression romanticised on screen
DDLJ writing credit fiasco was 'unfortunate', Farhan Akhtar recalls 'heartbreaking' episode with mother Honey Irani: 'Forgive and forget'
November 26, 2025 7:14 pm
Farhan Akhtar said that, over time, he has chosen to forgive and forget, and all the parties involved have moved on from the issue of Honey Irani not receiving writing credit on DDLJ.
Farhan Akhtar says his daughters are ‘growing independently’; keeps them out of spotlight: ‘They should earn attention’
November 26, 2025 5:30 pm
Farhan Akhtar explained why he keeps his daughters - Shakya Akhtar and Akira Akhtar - away from the public eye and why he wants them to earn fame only if they truly desire it.
Dil Chahta Hai dream cast was Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan; everyone said no: Farhan Akhtar
November 26, 2025 1:30 pm
In a recent interview, Farhan Akhtar also shared how he incorporated a real-life heartbreak he suffered in Goa, in Dil Chahta Hai's story.
Shah Rukh Khan looked at Mannat during Yes Boss shoot and said he’d own it: ‘I said it to impress my co-star’
November 25, 2025 9:14 pm
Shah Rukh Khan once recalled that during the shoot of Yes Boss, as he stood in front of Mannat, he confidently told everyone on set that he would own the house someday.
Mastiii 4 vs 120 Bahadur box office collection Day 2: Despite lesser shows, Farhan Akhtar's film races past Vivek Oberoi's adult comedy; earns over Rs 6 crore
November 23, 2025 12:55 pm
Masti 4 vs 120 Bahadur box office collection Day 2: On Saturday, 120 Bahadur recorded an overall occupancy of 14.26 percent, while Mastiii 4 stood at 10.36 percent.
Farhan Akhtar says Jee Le Zaraa's delay was 'stressful' for him, felt like he was 'wasting' his time: 'Maybe people thought I wouldn't be able to direct'
November 22, 2025 10:05 am
Director-actor Farhan Akhtar talks about Jee Le Zaraa, and how its delay started affecting his mental health.
Shahid Kapoor-Triptii’s O Romeo was once being made with Irrfan Khan, Deepika Padukone
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Vishal Bhardwaj’s crime thriller O Romeo, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, has landed in trouble. Since Shahid’s character is allegedly based on the life of real-life gangster Hussain Ustra, the latter’s daughter has now sued the makers, including Bhardwaj and Sajid Nadiadwala’s Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, and demanded Rs 2 crore for the unauthorized portrayal of her father.
FARHAN AKHTAR VIDEOS
Lucknow Central Actor Farhan Akhtar Is Unhappy About The Ongoing Industry Trend
June 22, 2020 6:53 pm
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