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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

120 Bahadur teaser: Farhan Akhtar's Major Shaitan Singh inspires 120 Indian soldiers to take the heroic last stand against 3,000 Chinese troops at Battle of Rezang La

August 05, 2025 1:57 pm

The teaser of Farhan Akhtar's 120 Bahadur brings to life a stirring tale of valour, courage, and above all, the ultimate sacrifice made by 120 Indian soldiers who stood their ground against 3,000 Chinese troops during the 1962 Battle of Rezang La.

Trainer hails Farhan Akhtar's commitment, says actor took on 'one of the most demanding transformations in Bollywood history' for Toofan

July 09, 2025 12:56 pm

"When I took on this project, I knew it was going to be something special," shared trainer Drew Neal

Honey Irani recalls falling in love with Javed Akhtar on the sets of Seeta Aur Geeta, says she later felt the marriage wasn’t working: 'It was never because of Shabana...'

June 13, 2025 9:43 pm

Honey Irani feels Javed Akhtar wanted something different from life at that point in time, and says the separation was never because of Shabana Azmi.

'Farhan Akhtar earned Rs 45 lakh for saying jokes I wrote for Rs 45,000': Varun Grover recalls moment of clarity that made him quit TV

June 10, 2025 12:52 pm

Varun Grover shared that even the set on which the Farhan Akhtar-hosted talk show was shot was so extravagant that some of the props cost as much as his remuneration per episode.

Aamir Khan had two conditions before signing Dil Chahta Hai, says Farhan Akhtar: 'I went to him because I had no choice'

May 09, 2025 1:46 pm

Farhan Akhtar recalled how he cast Dil Chahta Hai after Aamir Khan demanded to play the role that Akshaye Khanna had already agreed to do.

Amid Don 3 delays, Farhan Akhtar explains why Shah Rukh Khan was the perfect Don: 'SRK can be charming while being menacing'

May 09, 2025 12:29 pm

Farhan Akhtar shared that Shah Rukh Khan's real-life personality made him believe that he would perfectly fit the role of Don.

Dimple Kapadia said if you call me 'aunty', I will quit Dil Chahta Hai, recalls Farhan Akhtar: 'It might look rude if I called her...'

May 09, 2025 11:35 am

Farhan Akhtar was confused about addressing Dimple Kapadia by her name, and she warned him not to call her 'aunty'.

When Shah Rukh Khan admitted his 'overconfidence' cost Farhan Akhtar Rs 2.5 cr in Don 2: 'SRK exchanged a look with Priyanka Chopra and...

April 17, 2025 1:06 pm

Actor Alyy Khan had recalled the instance when Shah Rukh Khan broke camera equipment worth Rs 2.5 crore on Don 2 set.

Farhan Akhtar wanted someone who could look like Shah Rukh Khan's boss; Rajesh Khattar recalls his casting in Don

April 12, 2025 7:12 pm

Rajesh Khattar recalled the time when he was cast for Farhan Akhtar's Don, but he wasn't convinced with his role.

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