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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
‘It was never because of Shabana’: Honey Irani reflects on her divorce from Javed Akhtar; how mutual respect after separation supports healing
August 08, 2025 12:30 pm
Speaking about their separation, she added, “I did feel angry and all during my separation with Javed Akhtar, but I’ve never been dramatic.”
Shabana Azmi, Rajesh Khanna worked with incomplete scripts during Nasihat shoot, Kader Khan was writing in another studio: 'We didn't know when the second page would come'
August 07, 2025 9:32 pm
In a recent interview, veteran actor Shabana Azmi recalled her experience of working with Rajesh Khanna in Nasihat.
Karan Johar says he may turn Dharmendra-Shabana Azmi’s love story in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani into a standalone film
July 29, 2025 9:30 pm
In a recent interview, filmmaker Karan Johar reacted to the much talked about kiss between Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani.
Sanjeev Kumar 'numbered' his girlfriends, feared gold-diggers; died without home or wife after failed relationships with Hema Malini, Shabana Azmi
July 11, 2025 6:58 am
Sanjeev Kumar was popular among women and linked to several actresses during his lifetime. He had serious relationships and came close to marrying both Hema Malini and Shabana Azmi, but due to circumstances, the marriages never happened, and he remained a bachelor until his death in 1985.
Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar are 'workout ready in matching T shirts'
July 07, 2025 11:57 am
While we are yet to see the duo working out together, let's understand how the elderly can optimise their health with lighter workouts for building strength.
Shabana Azmi was denied a flat because of her faith, Javed Akhtar reflects on bitterness of Partition: 'Apne girebaan mein jhaanko'
May 31, 2025 12:50 pm
Javed Akhtar’s response came in reaction to statements made by Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari, who claimed that Muslims don’t get flats on rent in Mumbai.
'Grumpy and disinterested' Sanjeev Kumar told Sai Paranjpye that he could spare just 15 minutes for narration, backed out of film because he had beef with Basu Bhattacharya
May 17, 2025 11:20 am
Sai Paranjpye revealed that she initially envisioned Sanjeev Kumar as the lead star of Sparsh, but he left the film after Basu Bhattacharya decided to produce it.
‘I saw Parveen Babi going mad in front of my eyes’: Shabana Azmi recalls co-star’s declining mental health; know what early signs look like
May 09, 2025 5:04 pm
“We were on set, and she suddenly looked up at the chandelier and screamed, ‘This chandelier is going to fall on me!’” said Shabana Azmi
Shabana Azmi married Javed Akhtar in a simple saree to avoid looking like Rajesh Khanna or Vinod Khanna’s 'dulhan': 'Mujhe itna khauf tha...'
April 23, 2025 5:54 pm
Shabana Azmi had portrayed so many brides on screen that she feared she wouldn’t be able to feel the true emotion of being a bride when she married Javed Akhtar.
Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil wore Kanjeevaram sarees, walked up and down Cannes boulevard: 'When someone looked at us, we asked them to watch Nishant'
April 22, 2025 12:11 pm
Shabana Azmi recently spoke about their time at Cannes when she and Smita Patil wore Kanjeevaram sarees to get the attention of people to improve the footfall for Nishant's screening.
