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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 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

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

Shabana Azmi shares pic of Javed Akhtar's 'cluttered desk', says he uses a food trolley to write on

March 08, 2022 8:57 am

Shabana Azmi took to Instagram and shared a photo of herself working at Javed Akhtar's desk, saying that it was too cluttered.

'My first colour-blind casting in 35 years': Shabana Azmi on her character in Halo, says it's been a struggle for Asian actors

March 03, 2022 9:17 am

Shabana Azmi's character in Halo, called Admiral Margaret Paragonsky, is the director Office of Naval Intelligence. The series releases on March 24, 2022 on Paramount+.

Inside Shibani Dandekar's 'boho mehendi' party, with best buddies and bursts of colour. See new pictures

February 24, 2022 12:45 pm

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar tied the knot last week, and have been sharing pictures of the festivities.

Shabana Azmi welcomes daughter-in-law Shibani Dandekar, shares a lovely family photo

February 24, 2022 11:23 am

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar tied the knot on February 19 in Khandala with only close friends and family in attendance.

Hijab row: Javed Akhtar has 'nothing but contempt' for mobs, Shabana Azmi responds to Kangana Ranaut's comments

February 11, 2022 10:58 am

Amid the ongoing unrest in Karnataka over the hijab issue, several Bollywood celebrities such as Javed Akhtar and Kangana Ranaut have offered their opinions.

Ahead of Gehraiyaan, five stellar films that dealt with complex adult relationships

February 10, 2022 8:21 am

Ahead of Deepika Padukone, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ananya Panday and Dhairya Karwa-starrer Gehraiyaan's release, we revisit these five well-made relationship dramas.

Shabana Azmi slams troll for disrespecting Javed Akhtar's ancestors: 'He was a freedom fighter...'

January 05, 2022 8:45 am

Both Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi expressed anger as his great grandfather was dragged into a Twitter argument.

Shabana Azmi pens note on mom Shaukat Kaifi: 'You left and everything went wrong'

November 22, 2021 10:52 pm

Shabana Azmi has penned an emotional note on mother Shaukat Azmi's death anniversary. The actor wrote how 'everything went wrong' after her mother's death.

When Waheeda Rehman's father thought she was going mad: 'He asked me why I made faces'

October 05, 2021 6:38 pm

Waheeda Rehman opened up on how she would make faces in front of the mirror as a child, without ever realising that she wanted to become an actor.

Shabana Azmi defends Javed Akhtar's comments on Shashi Tharoor's singing, asks trolls to calm down

September 09, 2021 8:22 am

On Monday, Shashi Tharoor caught his Twitter followers off-guard as he shared a video of himself singing Kishore Kumar’s Ek Ajnabee Haseena Se at an event. Javed Akhtar poked fun at his pronunciation of some Hindi words.

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