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Shabana Azmi
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- Born 18 September 1950
- Place of Birth Azamgarh
- Occupation Film Actor, Stage Actor, Singer, Public Figure, Politician, Actor
- Father Kaifi Azmi
- Mother Shaukat Kaifi
- Spouse Javed Akhtar (1984)
- Siblings Baba Azmi
- Education St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Film And Television Institute Of India, University Of Mumbai, Queen Mary School, Mumbai
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ABOUT shabana azmi
Shabana Azmi: A Legacy in Indian Cinema Shabana Azmi, born September 18, 1950, stands as a towering figure in Indian cinema, with a career spanning over 160 films. Her contributions extend beyond mainstream Bollywood, encompassing independent and neorealist parallel cinema, and even international projects. A recipient of five National Film Awards for Best Actress—a record—and six Filmfare Awards, Azmi's accolades also include the Padma Shri (1998) and Padma Bhushan (2012). A graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, Azmi's debut in Ankur (1974) launched her as a leading actress of parallel cinema, a movement characterized by realistic portrayals of Indian society and often imbued with social reformist themes. Her roles frequently challenged conventional depictions of women, showcasing complex and unconventional characters across diverse genres. Beyond her cinematic achievements, Azmi is a prominent social and women's rights activist and a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Population Fund. Her contributions to public life led to a nominated Rajya Sabha membership. Married to lyricist Javed Akhtar, Azmi's legacy is defined not only by her remarkable acting prowess but also by her unwavering commitment to social justice and her influential presence in Indian public discourse. Her iconic roles, consistently portraying strong and complex women, cemented her position as one of India's most acclaimed and respected actresses.
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SHABANA AZMI NEWS
‘He stopped the car and bought the entire flower shop’: Shabana Azmi on her courtship days with Javed Akhtar and why her mother told her she was being trapped; expert on how love develops
March 26, 2026 5:00 pm
Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar recently shared candid insights about their decades-long marriage, from grand romantic gestures to their unique way of handling fights.
Shabana Azmi praises Zoya Akhtar for not objectifying Katrina Kaif: 'She came out in bikini, but camera showed her only when...'
March 03, 2026 5:19 pm
Shabana Azmi lauded her stepdaughter Zoya Akhtar for portraying Katrina Kaif without objectifying her in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, in contrast to the norm set by male filmmakers.
Inside Shabana Azmi-Javed Akhtar’s Holi party: Urmila Matondkar, Mannara Chopra dance; Priyanka Chopra’s mom joins celebration
March 03, 2026 5:19 pm
Bollywood is celebrating Holi with high josh. While Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar hosted a grand Holi party, Kriti Sanon shared glimpses of her at-home celebration with family.
Shabana Azmi recalls mother warned her against marrying Javed Akhtar, he bought an entire flower shop for her: 'Mat phaso'
March 03, 2026 11:12 am
Shabana Azmi recalled how her mother had once warned her against falling for a poet and writer Javed Akhtar.
Shabana Azmi didn't talk to Jugal Hansraj when he worked as a child actor on Masoom: 'She didn't want us to become too close'
December 27, 2025 12:47 pm
Jugal Hansraj recalled that during the shooting of Masoom, Shabana Azmi maintained her distance from him to authentically portray the on-screen tension between their characters.
Shabana Azmi found 'motherhood' to be very demanding, found it 'tough' to believe that she couldn't have children: 'Society makes you feel incomplete'
December 09, 2025 6:13 pm
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi had earlier opened up about not having children with husband Javed Akhtar.
Barred by Naseeruddin Shah from his class, Vijay Varma stood outside the entire day: 'If you try to be smart, he'd catch you'
November 13, 2025 7:30 am
Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi have worked in memorable films like Nishant, Mandi, Masoom, Khandahar, Sparsh, and Pestonjee. They'll now reunite for Shekhar Kapur's Masoom: A New Generation, the sequel to his 1983 cult classic.
'Dharmendra cried, hid face so no one could see': Jugal Hansraj recalls biggest fan of Masoom, reveals why he turned down Shekhar Kapur's film
October 31, 2025 1:13 pm
Jugal Hansraj also recalled how Dharmendra was so impressed by his performance in Masoom that he went on to cast him as his on-screen son in several of his subsequent films.
Inside Shabana Azmi's 75th birthday bash: From dancing with Javed on 'Pretty Little Baby' to Rekha, Madhuri joining Shabana for 'Kaisi Paheli Zindagani' performance
September 19, 2025 2:45 pm
Shabana Azmi celebrated her 75th birthday with Madhuri Dixit, Rekha, Farhan Akhtar, Karan Johar, Urmila Matondkar, Neena Gupta, and many others.
Shabana Azmi warned 'childlike' Javed Akhtar about having too much fun,' recalls Shankar Mahadevan: 'No producer is going to pay you'
September 17, 2025 10:35 am
Singer Shankar Mahadevan recalls recording music with Javed Akhtar and Farhan, and how Shabana Azmi told them all to get some actual work done.
SHABANA AZMI VIDEOS
Juhi believes in race of being 'cool,' people have lost themselves
January 11, 2016 3:09 pm
New Delhi, Jan 11 (ANI): Bollywood actress Juhi Chawla believes that because of changes in the education system, people are losing their identity. The actress says that whether it is education or language, people are more interested to adopt western methods rather than enhancing their own. Juhi also said that it is important for people to understand that education is just not about information, books and rote learning, but about promoting their child's interest. Juhi will be seen in an upcoming film, Chalk n Duster. The film highlights the problems that teachers and students have to deal with, amidst the changing education system.Directed by Jayant Gilatar, the film is scheduled to release on 15 January 2016.
Teachers are always taken for granted, says Juhi Chawla
January 11, 2016 3:09 pm
New Delhi, Jan 11 (ANI): Bollywood actress Juhi Chawla believes that though half of our lives are spent with teachers, we fail to respect them for their job.Juhi says that she never understood a teacher the way she does now after reading the script of her upcoming film 'Chalk Duster.'Juhi added that because she belongs to the entertainment industry, she feels responsible to keep the audiences entertained, however, if the film carries a subtle social message then it is an added incentive to act in the film.Chalk n Duster is an upcoming Bollywood flick which highlights the problems that teachers and students have to deal with, amidst the changing education system.Directed by Jayant Gilatar, the film is scheduled to release on January 15 2016.
