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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.

shabana azmi FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Halo
  • Halo

    ( 2022–2024 )

  • Bun Tikki
  • Bun Tikki

    ( 2025 )

  • Ghoomer
  • Ghoomer

    ( 2023 )

  • Lahore1947
  • Lahore1947

    ( 2025 )

  • Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
  • Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

    ( 2023 )

  • Masoom... The New Generation
  • Masoom... The New Generation

    ( Not Final )

  • What's Love Got to Do with It?
  • What's Love Got to Do with It?

    ( 2022 )

  • Jewel Thief
  • Jewel Thief

    ( Not Final )

  • Samvidhaan
  • Samvidhaan

    ( 2022 )

  • Imaginary Rain
  • Imaginary Rain

    ( Not Final )

  • The Empire
  • The Empire

    ( 2021 )

  • Dabba Cartel
  • Dabba Cartel

    ( Not Final )

  • Sheer Qorma
  • Sheer Qorma

    ( 2021 )

  • Kaali Khuhi
  • Kaali Khuhi

    ( 2020 )

  • Aunty Ji
  • Aunty Ji

    ( 2018 )

  • The Good Karma Hospital
  • The Good Karma Hospital

    ( 2018 )

  • 5 Rupees
  • 5 Rupees

    ( 2018 )

  • Next of Kin
  • Next of Kin

    ( 2018 )

  • Idgah
  • Idgah

    ( 2017 )

  • The Wishing Tree
  • The Wishing Tree

    ( 2017 )

  • Sonata
  • Sonata

    ( 2017 )

  • Signature Move
  • Signature Move

    ( 2017 )

  • The Black Prince
  • The Black Prince

    ( 2017 )

  • Amma
  • Amma

    ( 2016 )

  • 24
  • 24

    ( 2013–2016 )

  • Neerja
  • Neerja

    ( 2016 )

  • Chalk N Duster
  • Chalk N Duster

    ( 2016 )

  • Bubbles
  • Bubbles

    ( 2015 )

  • Capital
  • Capital

    ( 2015 )

  • Jazbaa
  • Jazbaa

    ( 2015 )

  • Na Upaaya Se Kahin Behtar Hai Saavdhaani
  • Na Upaaya Se Kahin Behtar Hai Saavdhaani

    ( 2014 )

  • Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola
  • Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola

    ( 2013 )

  • Midnight's Children
  • Midnight's Children

    ( 2012 )

  • The Reluctant Fundamentalist
  • The Reluctant Fundamentalist

    ( 2012 )

  • Prevention Is Better Than No Cure
  • Prevention Is Better Than No Cure

    ( 2011 )

  • Love Breakups Zindagi
  • Love Breakups Zindagi

    ( 2011 )

  • A Decent Arrangement
  • A Decent Arrangement

    ( 2011 )

  • It's a Wonderful Afterlife
  • It's a Wonderful Afterlife

    ( 2010 )

  • Sorry Bhai!
  • Sorry Bhai!

    ( 2008 )

  • Dus Kahaniyaan
  • Dus Kahaniyaan

    ( 2007 )

  • Positive
  • Positive

    ( 2007 )

  • Luv Kush - The amazing twins
  • Luv Kush - The amazing twins

    ( 2007 )

  • Loins of Punjab Presents
  • Loins of Punjab Presents

    ( 2007 )

  • Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.
  • Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.

    ( 2007 )

  • Umrao Jaan
  • Umrao Jaan

    ( 2006 )

  • Banglatown Banquet
  • Banglatown Banquet

    ( 2006 )

  • Sanaa
  • Sanaa

    ( 2006 )

  • 15 Park Avenue
  • 15 Park Avenue

    ( 2005 )

  • Waterborne
  • Waterborne

    ( 2005 )

  • Morning Raga
  • Morning Raga

    ( 2004 )

  • Tehzeeb
  • Tehzeeb

    ( 2003 )

  • Makdee
  • Makdee

    ( 2002 )

  • Devi Ahilya Bai
  • Devi Ahilya Bai

    ( 2002 )

  • Daughters of This Century
  • Daughters of This Century

    ( 2001 )

  • Meghla Akash
  • Meghla Akash

    ( 2001 )

  • Gaja Gamini
  • Gaja Gamini

    ( 2000 )

  • Hari-Bhari
  • Hari-Bhari

    ( 2000 )

  • Godmother
  • Godmother

    ( 1999 )

  • Bada Din
  • Bada Din

    ( 1998 )

  • Earth
  • Earth

    ( 1998 )

  • Side Streets
  • Side Streets

    ( 1998 )

  • Animated World Faiths
  • Animated World Faiths

    ( 1998 )

  • Melody
  • Melody

    ( 1997 )

  • Mrityudand: The Death Sentence
  • Mrityudand: The Death Sentence

    ( 1997 )

  • Fire
  • Fire

    ( 1996 )

  • In Custody
  • In Custody

    ( 1994 )

  • Patang
  • Patang

    ( 1993 )

  • Son of the Pink Panther
  • Son of the Pink Panther

    ( 1993 )

  • Songs and Memories
  • Songs and Memories

    ( 1992–1993 )

  • Immaculate Conception
  • Immaculate Conception

    ( 1992 )

  • City of Joy
  • City of Joy

    ( 1992 )

  • Dharavi
  • Dharavi

    ( 1992 )

  • Adharm
  • Adharm

    ( 1992 )

  • Disha
  • Disha

    ( 1992 )

  • Fateh
  • Fateh

    ( 1991 )

  • Antarnaad
  • Antarnaad

    ( 1991 )

  • Jhoothi Shaan
  • Jhoothi Shaan

    ( 1991 )

  • Ek Doctor Ki Maut
  • Ek Doctor Ki Maut

    ( 1990 )

  • Muqaddar Ka Badshaah
  • Muqaddar Ka Badshaah

    ( 1990 )

  • Amba
  • Amba

    ( 1990 )

  • Shatrutaa
  • Shatrutaa

    ( 1990 )

  • Picnic
  • Picnic

    ( 1989 )

  • Main Azaad Hoon
  • Main Azaad Hoon

    ( 1989 )

  • Sati
  • Sati

    ( 1989 )

  • Bharat Ek Khoj
  • Bharat Ek Khoj

    ( 1989 )

  • Ek Din Achanak
  • Ek Din Achanak

    ( 1989 )

  • Oonch Neech Beech
  • Oonch Neech Beech

    ( 1989 )

  • Rakhwala
  • Rakhwala

    ( 1989 )

  • Libaas
  • Libaas

    ( 1988 )

  • The Bengali Night
  • The Bengali Night

    ( 1988 )

  • Madame Sousatzka
  • Madame Sousatzka

    ( 1988 )

  • Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
  • Mile Sur Mera Tumhara

    ( 1988 )

  • Pestonjee
  • Pestonjee

    ( 1988 )

  • Mardon Wali Baat
  • Mardon Wali Baat

    ( 1988 )

  • Susman
  • Susman

    ( 1987 )

  • Itihaas
  • Itihaas

    ( 1987 )

  • Mr. X
  • Mr. X

    ( 1987 )

  • Ek Pal
  • Ek Pal

    ( 1986 )

  • Anjuman
  • Anjuman

    ( 1986 )

  • Samay Ki Dhaara
  • Samay Ki Dhaara

    ( 1986 )

  • Nasihat
  • Nasihat

    ( 1986 )

  • Genesis
  • Genesis

    ( 1986 )

  • Khamosh
  • Khamosh

    ( 1986 )

  • Shart
  • Shart

    ( 1986 )

  • Rahi Badal Gaye
  • Rahi Badal Gaye

    ( 1985 )

  • Ram Tere Kitne Nam
  • Ram Tere Kitne Nam

    ( 1985 )

  • Kamla
  • Kamla

    ( 1984 )

  • Hum Rahe Na Hum
  • Hum Rahe Na Hum

    ( 1984 )

  • Kaamyaab
  • Kaamyaab

    ( 1984 )

  • Yaadon Ki Zanjeer
  • Yaadon Ki Zanjeer

    ( 1984 )

  • Bhavna
  • Bhavna

    ( 1984 )

  • Paar
  • Paar

    ( 1984 )

  • Gangvaa
  • Gangvaa

    ( 1984 )

  • Ram Tera Desh
  • Ram Tera Desh

    ( 1984 )

  • Lorie
  • Lorie

    ( 1984 )

  • Khandhar
  • Khandhar

    ( 1984 )

  • Aaj Kaa M.L.A. Ram Avtar
  • Aaj Kaa M.L.A. Ram Avtar

    ( 1984 )

  • Pyaassi Ankhen
  • Pyaassi Ankhen

    ( 1983 )

  • Mandi
  • Mandi

    ( 1983 )

  • Masoom
  • Masoom

    ( 1983 )

  • Doosri Dulhan
  • Doosri Dulhan

    ( 1983 )

  • Sweekar Kiya Maine
  • Sweekar Kiya Maine

    ( 1983 )

  • Avtaar
  • Avtaar

    ( 1983 )

  • Yeh Nazdeekiyan
  • Yeh Nazdeekiyan

    ( 1982 )

  • Log Kya Kahenge
  • Log Kya Kahenge

    ( 1982 )

  • Namkeen
  • Namkeen

    ( 1982 )

  • Anokha Bandhan
  • Anokha Bandhan

    ( 1982 )

  • Arth
  • Arth

    ( 1982 )

  • Ashanti
  • Ashanti

    ( 1982 )

  • Suraag
  • Suraag

    ( 1982 )

  • Raaste Pyar Ke
  • Raaste Pyar Ke

    ( 1982 )

  • Sameera
  • Sameera

    ( 1981 )

  • Shama
  • Shama

    ( 1981 )

  • Ek Hi Bhool
  • Ek Hi Bhool

    ( 1981 )

  • Sapne Apne Apne
  • Sapne Apne Apne

    ( 1980 )

  • Yeh Kaisa Insaf?
  • Yeh Kaisa Insaf?

    ( 1980 )

  • Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Ata Hai
  • Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Ata Hai

    ( 1980 )

  • Jwalamukhi
  • Jwalamukhi

    ( 1980 )

  • Hum Paanch
  • Hum Paanch

    ( 1980 )

  • Ek Baar Kaho
  • Ek Baar Kaho

    ( 1980 )

  • Apne Paraye
  • Apne Paraye

    ( 1980 )

  • Thodisi Bewafaii
  • Thodisi Bewafaii

    ( 1980 )

  • The Touch
  • The Touch

    ( 1980 )

  • Bagula Bhagat
  • Bagula Bhagat

    ( 1979 )

  • Amar Deep
  • Amar Deep

    ( 1979 )

  • Lahu Ke Do Rang
  • Lahu Ke Do Rang

    ( 1979 )

  • Junoon
  • Junoon

    ( 1979 )

  • Jeena Yahan
  • Jeena Yahan

    ( 1979 )

  • Toote Khilone
  • Toote Khilone

    ( 1978 )

  • Khoon Ki Pukaar
  • Khoon Ki Pukaar

    ( 1978 )

  • Atithee
  • Atithee

    ( 1978 )

  • Swarg Narak
  • Swarg Narak

    ( 1978 )

  • Devata
  • Devata

    ( 1978 )

  • Kissaa Kursee Kaa
  • Kissaa Kursee Kaa

    ( 1978 )

  • Kanneshwara Rama
  • Kanneshwara Rama

    ( 1977 )

  • Chor Sipahee
  • Chor Sipahee

    ( 1977 )

  • Jallian Wala Bagh
  • Jallian Wala Bagh

    ( 1977 )

  • Aadha Din Aadhee Raat
  • Aadha Din Aadhee Raat

    ( 1977 )

  • Vishwasghaat
  • Vishwasghaat

    ( 1977 )

  • Swami
  • Swami

    ( 1977 )

  • Ek Hi Raasta
  • Ek Hi Raasta

    ( 1977 )

  • Parvarish
  • Parvarish

    ( 1977 )

  • The Chess Players
  • The Chess Players

    ( 1977 )

  • Amar, Akbar and Anthony
  • Amar, Akbar and Anthony

    ( 1977 )

  • Hira Aur Patthar
  • Hira Aur Patthar

    ( 1977 )

  • Karm
  • Karm

    ( 1977 )

  • Khel Khilari Ka
  • Khel Khilari Ka

    ( 1977 )

  • Kadambari
  • Kadambari

    ( 1976 )

  • Shaque
  • Shaque

    ( 1976 )

  • Fakira
  • Fakira

    ( 1976 )

  • Nishant
  • Nishant

    ( 1975 )

  • Parinay
  • Parinay

    ( 1974 )

  • Ishk Ishk Ishk
  • Ishk Ishk Ishk

    ( 1974 )

  • Faslah
  • Faslah

    ( 1974 )

  • Ankur
  • Ankur

    ( 1974 )

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shabana azmi AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Supporting Actress - 2024 Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - 2017 Neerja

  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for - 2005

  • Best Supporting Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Supporting Actress (Hindi) - 2004 Tehzeeb

  • Best Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Actress (Hindi) - 2000 Godmother

  • Best Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Actress (Hindi) - 1986 Paar

  • Best Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Actress (Hindi) - 1976 Ankur

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Bollywood Film Journalist Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2024 Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Bollywood Film Journalist Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2017 Neerja

  • Most Stylish Eternal Screen Legends
  • The Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Awards for Most Stylish Eternal Screen Legends - 2024

  • The Bombay International Film Festival for - 1999

  • Best Actress
  • The Chicago International Film Festival for Best Actress - 1996 Fire

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role
  • The FOI Online Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - 2016 Neerja

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2024 Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

  • Best  Supporting Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2017 Neerja

  • The Filmfare Awards for - 2006

  • Best Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actress - 1985 Bhavna

  • Best Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actress - 1984 Arth

  • Best Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actress - 1978 Swami

  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • The GR8! Women Achiever Awards, India for Lifetime Achievement Award - 2018

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Jury)
  • The Indian Telly Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Jury) - 2014 24

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The International Iconic Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2024 Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

  • Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film
  • The L.A. Outfest for Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film - 1997 Fire

  • Best Actress
  • The Los Angeles Film Awards for Best Actress - 2017 The Black Prince

  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • The Masala! Awards for Lifetime Achievement Award - 2011

  • The Mumbai Film Festival for - 2024

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1999 Godmother

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1985 Paar

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1984 Khandhar

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1983 Arth

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1975 Ankur

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The News18 REEL Movie Award for Best Supporting Actress - 2024 Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Female
  • The Pinkvilla Style Icons Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Female - 2024 Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Lifetime Achievement Award - 2019

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - 2017 Neerja

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Supporting Actress - 1998 Mrityudand: The Death Sentence

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Stardust Awards, India for Best Supporting Actress - 2017 Neerja

  • The Taormina International Film Festival for - 1994 Patang

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Tietê International Film Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2021 Sheer Qorma

  • Best Supporting Actress
  • The Tietê International Film Awards for Best Supporting Actress - 2021 Sheer Qorma

  • Beauty Legend
  • The Vogue Beauty Awards for Beauty Legend - 2018

  • Best Film Short
  • The Yellowstone International Film Festival for Best Film Short - 2022 Sheer Qorma

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - 2017 Neerja

  • Best Actress in a Supporting Role
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Actress in a Supporting Role - 2004 Tehzeeb

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

SHABANA AZMI NEWS

Javed Akhtar recalls proposing marriage to a French woman before Shabana Azmi, reconnecting with her after 38 years: 'Sometimes it feels life is organising something'

October 28, 2023 8:44 am

Javed Akhtar lost touch with a friend from Paris and met her again after 38 years at Mumbai's Kaala Ghoda festival.

Dharmendra compares his kiss with Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani to grandson Rajveer Deol's liplocks in Dono: 'Mere ek kiss ka shor hogaya'

October 23, 2023 1:25 pm

Dharmendra opened up on his much-talked kissing scene with Shabana Azmi in Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The actor compared himself to his grandson Rajveer Deol.

Shabana Azmi shares old video of Boney Kapoor dancing to Shammi Kapoor song, Farah Khan gives her approval

October 03, 2023 11:04 am

Shabana Azmi recently shared a throwback video from Javed Akhtar's 75th birthday party that took place in 2020 and had a 'retro' theme. For the party, Boney Kapoor got dressed up like Shammi Kapoor.

Shabana Azmi: The 'hypersensitive' child who sold coffee at petrol pumps, went on to win 5 National Awards

September 19, 2023 12:58 pm

At 73, Shabana Azmi has no intent to stop starring in movies and bringing change in the society with her performances. She would, in fact, would like to "die with her boots on".

Ananya Panday conducts surprise rapid fire with Karan Johar, asks who will he 'kill, marry, date'

August 22, 2023 11:39 am

Karan Johar Ananya Panday: At the Express Adda, Karan Johar was put on the spot by Ananya Panday, who peppered him with questions during a 'rapid-fire' round.

Sunny Deol says he can't discuss Dharmendra-Shabana Azmi kiss in Rocky-Rani with dad: 'How can I talk to him about that?'

August 07, 2023 10:48 am

Actor Sunny Deol has reacted to his father and veteran actor Dharmendra's much discussed kissing scene with Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, saying his dad can do anything.

Shabana Azmi wonders why kiss with Dharmendra in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is 'surprising': 'Can't a strong woman be romantic?'

August 04, 2023 10:04 pm

Actor Shabana Azmi said she is happy that the audiences, especially young people, have embraced the much-discussed kiss between her and Dharmendra in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.

There was no debate about Dharmendra-Shabana Azmi kiss scene, says Karan Johar: 'Two great veterans, performing with...'

August 01, 2023 10:28 am

Rocky Aue Rani Kii Prem Kahaani director Karan Johar recently revealed that he had no problem in executing the kiss scene between Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi as he faced no resistance from either of the veteran stars.

Shabana Azmi says she and Sanjeev Kumar were treated very differently by Satyajit Ray on Shatranj Ke Khilari sets

July 29, 2023 7:55 pm

Shabana Azmi recalled working with Satyajit Ray on the film Shatranj Ke Khilari, and revealed how she and a few other actors were treated differently to Sanjeev Kumar.

Shabana Azmi says her first screen test was a 'disaster': 'I was so awful, couldn't even open my mouth'

July 29, 2023 6:06 pm

Shabana Azmi recalled that her first screen test was a disaster and she was certain that she would not get selected.

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