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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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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.

farhan akhtar FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Angry Young Men
  • Angry Young Men

    ( 2024 )

  • 120 Bahadur
  • 120 Bahadur

    ( Not Final )

  • Ms. Marvel
  • Ms. Marvel

    ( 2022 )

  • 120 Bahadur
  • 120 Bahadur

    ( Not Final )

  • Toofaan
  • Toofaan

    ( 2021 )

  • Dabba Cartel
  • Dabba Cartel

    ( Not Final )

  • The Sky Is Pink
  • The Sky Is Pink

    ( 2019 )

  • Lucknow Central
  • Lucknow Central

    ( 2017 )

  • Daddy
  • Daddy

    ( 2017 )

  • Rock on 2
  • Rock on 2

    ( 2016 )

  • Wazir
  • Wazir

    ( 2016 )

  • Yashita Sharma, Manish Kumar Tipu, Farhan Akhtar: Gallan Goodiyaan
  • Yashita Sharma, Manish Kumar Tipu, Farhan Akhtar: Gallan Goodiyaan

    ( 2015 )

  • Dil Dhadakne Do
  • Dil Dhadakne Do

    ( 2015 )

  • Shaadi Ke Side Effects
  • Shaadi Ke Side Effects

    ( 2014 )

  • Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
  • Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

    ( 2013 )

  • Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
  • Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

    ( 2011 )

  • Karthik Calling Karthik
  • Karthik Calling Karthik

    ( 2010 )

  • The Fakir of Venice
  • The Fakir of Venice

    ( 2009 )

  • Luck by Chance
  • Luck by Chance

    ( 2009 )

  • Rock On!!
  • Rock On!!

    ( 2008 )

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farhan akhtar AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Supporting Actor
  • The Annual Central European Bollywood Awards, India for Best Supporting Actor - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Actor
  • The Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards for Best Actor - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Actor In A Supporting Role
  • The Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards for Best Actor In A Supporting Role - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Film
  • The Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards for Best Film - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Youth Film
  • The Asia Pacific Screen Awards for Best Youth Film - 2024 Boong

  • Best Feature Film
  • The Asian Academy Creative Awards for Best Feature Film - 2019 Gully Boy

  • Best Actor in a Leading Role
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Actor in a Leading Role - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Picture
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Picture - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Debut Actor
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Debut Actor - 2009 Rock On!!

  • Best Screenplay
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Screenplay - 2002 Kya Kehna

  • Most Entertaining Actor
  • The BIG Star Entertainment Awards, India for Most Entertaining Actor - 2013 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Most Entertaining Actor in a Comic Role
  • The BIG Star Entertainment Awards, India for Most Entertaining Actor in a Comic Role - 2011 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • The 100 Crore Club
  • The ETC Bollywood Business Awards for The 100 Crore Club - 2020 Gully Boy

  • Best   Film
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Film - 2020 Gully Boy

  • Best Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actor - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Dialogue
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Dialogue - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best   Film
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Film - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best  Supporting Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actor - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Debut Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Debut Actor - 2009 Rock On!!

  • Best Screenplay
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Screenplay - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Best  Film
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Film - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Actor of the Year
  • The GQ Men of the Year Awards for Actor of the Year - 2013 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role
  • The Global Film Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Versatile Talent of the Year
  • The HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards, India for Versatile Talent of the Year - 2016

  • Most Stylish Couple
  • The HT India's Most Stylish Awards for Most Stylish Couple - 2023

  • India's Most Stylish - Popular Choice
  • The HT India's Most Stylish Awards for India's Most Stylish - Popular Choice - 2018

  • Best Actor
  • The IBNLive Movie Awards for Best Actor - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Actor
  • The Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne for Best Actor - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Royal Stag Make It Large
  • The Mirchi Music Awards, IN for Royal Stag Make It Large - 2014

  • Best Song of the Year
  • The Mirchi Music Awards, IN for Best Song of the Year - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Feature Film in Hindi
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Feature Film in Hindi - 2009 Rock On!!

  • Best Feature Film in Hindi
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Feature Film in Hindi - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Best Asian Movie
  • The Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival for Best Asian Movie - 2007 Don

  • Best Film
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Film - 2020 Gully Boy

  • Best Ensemble Cast
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Ensemble Cast - 2016 Dil Dhadakne Do

  • Best Actor
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Actor - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Ensemble Cast
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Ensemble Cast - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Ensemble Cast
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Ensemble Cast - 2010 Luck by Chance

  • Most Promising Debut Actor
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Most Promising Debut Actor - 2009 Rock On!!

  • Best Dialogue
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Dialogue - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Special Jury Award
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Special Jury Award - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Superstar of Tomorrow - Male
  • The Stardust Awards, India for Superstar of Tomorrow - Male - 2009 Rock On!!

  • Best Debut Artiste in a Leading Role
  • The V Shantaram Awards for Best Debut Artiste in a Leading Role - 2008 Rock On!!

  • Most Beautiful Man
  • The Vogue Beauty Awards for Most Beautiful Man - 2012

  • Best Film
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Film - 2020 Gully Boy

  • Best Actor
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor - 2014 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Male International Icon
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Male International Icon - 2012

  • Best Debut Director
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Debut Director - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

FARHAN AKHTAR NEWS

Akshay Kumar votes for the first time after giving up Canadian citizenship; Dharmendra, Janhvi Kapoor, Farhan Akhtar cast votes too

May 20, 2024 12:21 pm

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Bollywood celebrities such as Akshay Kumar, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, Janhvi Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Esha Doel and Sanya Malhotra were among the early voters who cast their ballots on Monday.

Everyone was scared of Akshaye Khanna, Farhan Akhtar screamed as Saif joked about Aamir's tight pants: Suchitra Pillai on Dil Chahta Hai shoot

May 14, 2024 8:42 am

Suchitra Pillai shared some behind-the-scenes memories from Dil Chahta Hai, including the time when Saif Ali Khan made her laugh during the film's shoot, resulting in her getting an earful from Farhan Akhtar.

Shah Rukh Khan's blunder caused Rs 2.5 crore in damages for Farhan Akhtar's Don 2; co-star Alyy Khan recalls when SRK crashed stunt car

May 02, 2024 10:03 am

Alyy Khan recalled the accident that took place on the set of Don 2, when Shah Rukh Khan made a mistake and crashed his car into another stunt vehicle.

Smriti Irani refused to audition for Farhan Akhtar's Dil Chahta Hai, said no to pan masala ads: 'Didn't want to embarrass my family'

April 05, 2024 3:08 pm

Smriti Irani also said that she didn't want to become an embarrassment for her family and hence she said no to doing pan masala ads and dancing at weddings.

Saif Ali Khan refused Dil Chahta Hai as he was 'hardly there in the second half': 'Dimple Kapadia asked me to...'

March 29, 2024 4:47 pm

Dil Chahta Hai was a career defining role for Saif Ali Khan but Saif had initially refused to star in this Farhan Akhtar film.

Someone gave Murder Mubarak director Homi Adajania cash to find a 'fake fakir', he took the money and went to Pakistan to play rugby

March 23, 2024 4:39 pm

Homi Adajania recalled being hired to round up 'people without limbs' from the streets of Mumbai for an Italian ad guru, who eventually lost his job because he put death row convicts on a Benetton billboard.

Madgaon Express box office collection day 1: Kunal Kemmu's comedy caper outperforms Swatantrya Veer Savarkar; earns Rs 1.63 crore

March 23, 2024 2:04 pm

Madgaon Express box office collection day 1: Kunal Kemmu's buddy comedy based had a slow start, but is expected to perform better over the long Holi weekend.

Farhan Akhtar says Dil Chahta Hai 2 talks never 'bore' him; reveals why he doesn't feel need to revisit film for sequel. Watch

March 22, 2024 8:06 am

Farhan Akhtar said he is aware that calls for Dil Chahta Hai 2 keep happening frequently by fans and feels happy that it is a film still loved two decades later.

Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas visit Farhan Akhtar's house; greet paps, spark rumours of Jee Le Zaraa revival. Watch

March 19, 2024 9:25 am

Jee Le Zaraa, starring Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, was announced in 2021 but there has been virtually no update about its progress since then.

Kunal Kemmu on being scared to put out the script for Madgaon Express: 'Within this industry you walk on eggshells'

March 17, 2024 4:14 pm

In a recent interview, Madgaon Express director Kunal Kemmu shared how he is still trying to reach a place where he can feel settled. He also shared how within this industry, one often walks on egg shells.

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