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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
Related Other Pages:
- 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
Hrithik Roshan chucks Farhan Akhtar's phone in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara lite, fans wonder why they didn't make 'full movie version'
March 04, 2025 8:49 am
Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol got back together as their Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara characters for a new ad campaign.
Shabana Azmi jokes she had to say yes to Dabba Cartel as 'bahu Shibani Dandekar ne likha, bete Farhan Akhtar ne produce kia': 'How dare I...?'
February 27, 2025 12:53 pm
Shabana Azmi said that she said yes to Dabba Cartel because her son and daughter-in-law were involved in the making of the show.
'Superboys of Malegaon inspirational to anybody who has dreams,' says Reema Kagti
February 25, 2025 9:27 pm
Farhan Akhtar, who has backed Superboys of Malegaon through Excel Entertainment, said Nasir Shaikh's story is rooted not just in filmmaking but in the shared human experience of overcoming challenges.
'Three Musketeers' Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol reunite; fans demand ZNMD 2
January 22, 2025 3:56 pm
Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol, and Hrithik Roshan previously starred in the 2011 film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. Zoya Akhtar was the writer and director of the film.
Aamir Khan, Farhan Akhtar, Shankar Mahadevan sing Dil Chahta Hai title track at Javed Akhtar's birthday party. Watch viral video
January 19, 2025 12:37 pm
Javed Akhtar turned 80 on January 17. The Akhtar family celebrated the occasion with their family members and close friends at their farm house in Mumbai.
Shabana Azmi denies rumours of Shibani Dandekar expecting her first child with husband Farhan Akhtar: 'No truth'
January 09, 2025 4:50 pm
In a recent statement, Shabana Azmi dismissed the rumours of Shibani Dandekar expecting her first child with husband Farhan Akhtar.
Javed Akhtar says he and son Farhan have to wait 4-5 days to fix an appointment to see each other: 'Is he jobless or what?'
January 09, 2025 6:37 pm
Javed Akhtar said that sometimes, it takes him and son Farhan Akhtar 3-5 days to arrange a meeting with each other.
Farah Khan turns 60: Cuts midnight birthday cake with birthday twin Farhan Akhtar, Malaika Arora calls her 'officially senior citizen'
January 09, 2025 1:20 pm
Farah Khan had a midnight birthday celebration with Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, Honey Irani and Anusha Dandekar.
Farhan Akhtar defends Rohit Sharma amid retirement rumours; praises his selflessness for team’s success
January 04, 2025 2:40 pm
In the Instagram post, Akhtar expressed his admiration for the cricketer, and praised his decision to sit out and focus on the team's needs.
Isha Koppikar says she could have done Priyanka Chopra's role in Don, was hurt when Farhan Akhtar didn't call her for sequel: 'I'm fantastic at action'
December 03, 2024 9:25 pm
Isha Koppikar shared that she felt she deserved more in her career. She also spoke about her role in Farhan Akhtar's Don.
