Actor Shabana Azmi terms 'Ankur' her favourite film

1 week, 6 days ago

Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah Celebrate Shyam Benegal At His Memorial Meet

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Days after filmmaker Shyam Benegal passed away, his actor friends Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah on Saturday fondly recalled his “wide, warm smile” and how he stayed true in his pursuit as a creative person. Azmi, who collaborated with Benegal on films like “Ankur”, “Nishant”, “Junoon”, “Susman”, and “Antarnaad”, shared an anecdote about Benegal’s personal life. Shah, who worked with …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Shyam Benegal funeral: Naseeruddin Shah bids emotional goodbye to filmmaker, Gulzar pays last respects

Hindustan Times

Shyam Benegal, pioneer of the Indian parallel cinema movement, died on December 23. Naseeruddin Shah and Gulzar paid their last respects to Shyam Benegal. Shyam Benegal's funeral Shabana Azmi took to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday to share details about the funeral of the filmmaker. The statement, signed by Shyam Benegal's children Nira and Pia Benegal, read that the funeral …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Shabana Azmi on Shyam Benegal: He was like a guru to me, not just in acting...

India Today

Shyam Benegal, the renowned director who is considered to be the pioneer of parallel cinema, played a significant role in Shabana Azmi's career. Benegal, known for his socially relevant films like Ankur, Mandi, Mammo, and Zubeidaa, died in Mumbai on Monday evening, nine days after his 90th birthday. Benegal gave Azmi her first acting role in his directorial debut Ankur, …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

This Shyam Benegal film was shot in 28 days, did silver jubilee in a theatre; starred Shabana Azmi

Hindustan Times

Shyam Benegal was considered one of the finest filmmakers in India. From Manthan to Nishant, Ankur to Bhumika, Shyam Benegal's films fetched him numerous National awards. Starring Shabana Azmi, Ratna Pathak Shah and Smita Patil, the film was a success at the box office too. What Shyam Benegal said In an interview on Unfiltered with Samdish in November 2024, Shyam …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday picture with Shabana Azmi goes viral after death

India Today

Renowned filmmaker Shyam Benegal died on Monday at the age of 90. Actor Shabana Azmi, who debuted with Benegal’s Ankur in 1974, shared pictures from the birthday celebration, which remains his last public appearance. The group photo featured prominent names like Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Naseeruddin Shah, Divya Dutta, Shabana Azmi, Rajit Kapur, Atul Tiwari, filmmaker-actor Kunal Kapoor, and others. Some of …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shyam Benegal, veteran director, dies at 90 in Mumbai after prolonged illness

India TV News

Shyam Benegal dies: Legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal died at the age of 90 due to kidney-related ailments on Monday evening. Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday celebrations Recently, Shyam Benegal celebrated his 90th birthday, an occasion marked by the presence of many luminaries from the film industry. In the caption, Shabana Azmi wrote, “Celebrating Shyam Benegal’s 90th birthday with my co-star from …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Shabana Azmi reveals she and Javed Akhtar parted ways in between, also says 'My mother warned me against marrying...'

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However, their journey together hasn’t been entirely without challenges as Javed was previously married to fellow actor Honey Irani when he and Shabana fell in love In a recent interview with Radio Nasha, veteran actress Shabana Azmi revealed how she and her husband Javed Akhtar had parted ways in between. She revealed, “We didn’t speak for three months.” Azmi also …

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Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday: Film legends gather in one frame

India Today

Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, and other veteran actors reunited for filmmaker Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday on December 14. "Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah," wrote Azmi, while sharing a group photo from the birthday. Take a look: Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah pic.twitter.com/cnDrjAphf2 — Azmi Shabana December …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Shabana Azmi calls Naseeruddin Shah her ‘favourite actor’, wonders why they are not cast together more

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi and Naseeruddin Shah are two of the most acclaimed actors of Indian cinema, having starred in several films in the 80s. Shabana shares new pic with Naseeruddin In the picture, Shabana was seen sitting beside veteran director Shyam Benegal, during his 90th birthday celebrations. In the caption, Shabana wrote: “On Shyam Benegal’s 90th birthday with my co-actor of …

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Shabana Azmi wishes to do more films with 'favourite actor' Naseeruddin Shah

India Today

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal celebrated his 90th birthday on Saturday with a star-studded event attended by notable figures from the film industry. Shabana Azmi shared a picture on social media, sitting next to Shyam Benegal, with Naseeruddin Shah standing behind them. In her caption, Shabana Azmi praised Naseeruddin Shah as her "favourite actor" and humorously wondered why they aren’t cast together …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Shabana Azmi wishes to do more films with 'favourite actor' Naseeruddin Shah

India Today

Filmmaker Shyam Benegal celebrated his 90th birthday on Saturday with a star-studded event attended by notable figures from the film industry. Shabana Azmi shared a picture on social media, sitting next to Shyam Benegal, with Naseeruddin Shah standing behind them. In her caption, Shabana Azmi praised Naseeruddin Shah as her "favourite actor" and humorously wondered why they aren’t cast together …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Abhay Deol's 'Bun Tikki' goes global! Know everything about Shabana Azmi, Zeenat Aman starrer here

India TV News

Debut director Faraz Arif Ansari's debut feature film Bun Tikki is going global. Starring Shabana Azmi, Zeenat Aman and Abhay Deol, the film will have its world premiere on January 5 at the 36th Palm Springs International Film Festival in California. The global premiere of Bun Tikki at the 36th Palm Springs International Film Festival has come as a big …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Shabana Azmi: “I’ve been phenomenally lucky from the beginning”

Hindustan Times

Everyone loves a love story. It is in her voice that we hear Shaukat and Kaifi’s love story complete with parental objections, secret supporters, love letters written in blood and bold acts of rebellion. Shabana Azmi Publicity still for Kaifi Aur Main featuring Kanwaljeet Singh, Shabana Azmi and Jaswinder Singh After a performance in Bangalore, Shabana Azmi talked about marriage, …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Shabana Azmi Reveals Hilarious Incident with Rajesh Khanna While Shooting Horse Riding Scene

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi shared a funny anecdote about her experience working with Rajesh Khanna. She revealed that he injured himself while shooting a horse riding scene on the set. He claimed that he tripped on his lungi, which was wrapped around his foot, and fell down the stairs. Shabana was surprised and confused by his behavior, but she was also amused …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Shivendra Singh Dungarpur on Opening Film: 'All We Imagine As Light' Represents the Soul of Mumbai

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MAMI Mumbai Film Festival director Shivendra Singh Dungarpur has chosen All We Imagine As Light as the opening film. The film represents the soul of Mumbai and is a celebration of Indian cinema. Dungarpur believes that showcasing international Oscar entries impacts the perception of Indian cinema and that independent cinema is an important part of the festival's programming.

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Shabana Azmi's Masterclass at MAMI 2024: A Journey Through Five Decades in Cinema

The Hindu

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi led a masterclass at the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, engaging in conversation with actress Vidya Balan. The session offered audiences an opportunity to hear Azmi discuss her five decades in cinema, sharing personal experiences and insights from working with some of the industry’s most influential filmmakers.

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Shabana Azmi celebrates Honey Irani's ‘last’ birthday with throwback pic, apologises for blooper: ‘I stand corrected’

Hindustan Times

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi on Monday wished screenwriter Honey Irani, the first wife of her husband, Javed Akhtar. Taking to her Instagram handle, Shabana shared a throwback picture from Honey's birthday celebration last year, expressing her warm wishes for her. Celebration from Honey Irani's previous birthday Blooper in caption Along with the picture, Shabana captioned the picture with, "Happy family …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Shabana Azmi Receives Her '6th Honourary Doctorate' At Kolkata's Techno India University

News 18

Legendary actress Shabana Azmi has added another feather to her cap. Other recipients included Jogen Choudhry, Leander Paes, and Shankar Mahadevan.” Along with Shabana Azmi, popular singer Shankar Mahadevan, former Indian tennis player Leander Paes and painter Jogen Choudhry were also honoured at the event. Shabana Azmi stated, “I am very honoured to get the honourary D.Litt from Techno India …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Shabana Azmi, SS Rajamouli, Ritesh Sidhwani, Ravi Varman among 487 new Academy members

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, Veteran actor Shabana Azmi, "RRR" director SS Rajamouli, producer Ritesh Sidhwani, and noted cinematographer Ravi Varman are among the new 487 members invited this year by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Shabana Azmi, SS Rajamouli, Ritesh Sidhwani, Ravi Varman among 487 new Academy members In a statement shared on its website, the Academy on late …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

SS Rajamouli to Shabana Azmi: Fresh list of Indian stars invited to join The Academy

Hindustan Times

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have announced the new lot of invites for the Class of 2024. Among the 487 new members, there were several Indian names including RRR director SS Rajamouli, veteran actor Shabana Azmi, and Village Rockstars director Rima Das. Among the Indian stars who were invited to join The Academy were actor Shabana Azmi, …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Shabana Azmi, SS Rajamouli among 487 new Academy members

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: Veteran actor Shabana Azmi, "RRR" director SS Rajamouli, producer Ritesh Sidhwani, and noted cinematographer Ravi Varman are among the 487 new members invited this year by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Known for films such as "Godmother," "Arth," "The Reluctant Fundamentalist," "In Custody," and most recently "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani," the multiple award-winning …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Shashi Kapoor called Shabana Azmi ‘stupid’ for not doing intimate scene with him. But there's a wholesome twist!

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi has opened up about the experience of working with late actor Shashi Kapoor. Shabana said Shashi scolded her after she started crying because she did not want to shoot an intimate scene with him. Suddenly there was a heavy knocking on the door, comes Shashi Kapoor, he was like, ‘What’s wrong with you’, so I said, ‘I can’t …

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10 months, 4 weeks ago

Mughal-e-Azam’s Etawah connection

Hindustan Times

LUCKNOW: Movie buff or not, it’s hard to find someone who’s oblivious of “Mughal-e-Azam”, a classic from 1960 captivating people since generations. “Though I’ve been asked not to talk much about it, but a movie on him is in the pipeline,” said the director who has helmed movies like ‘Paan Singh Tomar’ and ‘Haasil’. Dhulia also remembered his National School …

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1 year, 2 months ago

‘Aattam’ movie review: Anand Ekarshi’s assured debut trains a harsh, critical lens on male behaviour

The Hindu

Rooting for a character gives us a sense of comfort, but we are not especially aware of this until that rare movie comes along which does not provide us that comfort. In Anand Ekarshi’s debut feature Aattam, we do have a character to root for in Anjali, the lone female member in a drama troupe filled with men. Aatam Director: …

Vinay Ekarshi

1 year, 5 months ago

‘Maaveeran’ movie review: Sivakarthikeyan, Madonne Ashwin sketch a fascinating superhero film

The Hindu

Not every Friday do you get the satisfaction of stepping out of a through-and-through entertainer that, a) leaves you with nuggets of afterthoughts after engaging you for more than two hours, b) attempts a political-superhero film that is rooted in its milieu, and c) does all of this while underplaying or subverting the conventional tropes while also appeasing the commercial …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Shabana Azmi dedicates her lifetime achievement award to Sheer Qorma director Faraz Arif Ansari's late mother

Hindustan Times

Away from the glitz and glamour of the red carpet, there were quite a few poignant, touching moments on the opening night of the Yellowstone International Film Festival on Friday evening. Faraz Arif Ansari’s award-winning short Sheer Qorma was clearly the highlight of the night. Another film that drew applause and awards at the opening night of YIFF was the …

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2 years, 3 months ago

When Shabana Azmi shared a woman's reaction to her ironing Javed Akhtar's kurta: 'She asked me wasn't I a feminist?'

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi celebrated her birthday on Sunday. Recalling the incident, Shabana had said that there was some confusion in the minds of today’s women, ‘who had started measuring equality almost literally and clinically’. Shabana had told Scroll in a 2017 interview, “Once I was in America staying at my brother-in-law’s and I was ironing Javed’s kurta and this woman walked …

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2 years, 5 months ago

‘Sita Ramam’ movie review: A poignant love story with charming performances from Dulquer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur

The Hindu

August 05, 2022 04:06 pm | Updated 05:38 pm IST It is not wrong to love your country, but you don’t need to harbour such hatred for a neighbouring country, a wise man tells a young woman in the film. Director Hanu Raghavapudi’s Sita Ramam is a lot more than just a love story. Sita Ramam unravels the mystery surrounding …

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2 years, 5 months ago

Shabana Azmi dismisses her reported marriage plans with Sanjeev Kumar as absolute nonsense

Firstpost

According to the disappointingly low-angle biography, The Actor We All Loved, Shabana Azmi was yet another colleague whom Sanjeev Kumar wanted to marry. While it is a well-known fact that Sanjeev Kumar wanted to marry Hema Malini and that singer-actress Sulakshana Pandit was keen to marry Sanjeev Kumar the startling dating information in the book on the actor who died …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Actor Anjali's Latest Picture is All About Love for her Pet

News 18

Actor Anjali has been making a name for herself in both Kollywood and Tollywood after having worked with Tamil and Telugu stars like Venkatesh and Balakrishna. Anjali’s fans have often pointed out that they get a feeling of someone their own from her, which makes them appreciate her even more. The actor played the role of Zareena in the recently …

2 years, 7 months ago

When Shabana Azmi walked Cannes' red carpet with Smita Patil, Shyam Benegal in 1976, see pic

India TV News

When Shabana Azmi walked Cannes' red carpet in 1976, there wasn't much hype about the Indian actor. As Indian celebrities gear up to take over Cannes' red carpet, the veteran actress recalled the moment saying that they had no advertising material and no money to promote their film. The two actors walked the red carpet and urged everyone to watch …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Shabana Azmi Recalls Going to Cannes with Smita Patil, Shyam Benegal for 1976 Film Nishant; Shares Pic

News 18

As the 75th Cannes Film Festival commences from Tuesday, veteran Hindi cinema actress Shabana Azmi recalled her experience at the international event 46 years ago. The picture featured Shabana along with her co-star Smita Patil and director Shyam Benegal. The actress added to the caption, “At Cannes for Nishant 1976.” Shabana confessed that the team of Nishant had no publicity …

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3 years, 2 months ago

Satyajit Ray: Master adapter

The Hindu

Satyajit Ray needs no introduction as a film-maker and a writer. The glorious abandoning of sense in Sukumar Ray’s Abol Tabol, the posthumous collection of his nonsense poems generally believed to have been inspired by Edward Lear, has delighted and enthralled generations of Bengali children. “Each word spoken in a play is like a fruit in a tree,” says a …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Shabana Azmi once said it would be easier for her to convince Spielberg to cast her in film than Farhan Akhtar, Zoya

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi turned 71 on Saturday. Shabana Azmi with husband Javed Akhtar, kids, Farhan and Zoya. She said: “We keep track of each other’s work but I think it’d be easier for me to convince Steven Spielberg to cast me in a movie than my own children.” She also revealed all her kids are interested in was her culinary skill. …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Shabana Azmi Says Nikkhil Advani's The Empire Gives 'Far More Visibility' to Female Characters

News 18

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi, who is known for her versatility and artistic flair, said that she couldn’t resist starring in the upcoming web series The Empire as she was “always” looking for an opportunity to play a historical character. In The Empire, Azmi plays Aisan Daulat Begum, the grandmother and counselor of the first Mughal emperor, Babur. Azmi, whose filmography …

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3 years, 5 months ago

Sarpatta Parambarai: Ranjith’s love letter to Ekalavya makes for compelling viewing

New Indian Express

Quite a few of the markers of oppression, of humiliation, are here in this film too. In referring to Kabilan, Thanigai, says, “Idhu…” Thanigai is one of many, many characters this three-hour film is able to provide ample shading to. Particularly notable among them is Kevin/Daddy, who brings in humour at all the right places and when required, is able …

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3 years, 9 months ago

Shabana Azmi shares throwback pic with dad Kaifi Azmi, taken just before his stroke

Hindustan Times

Actor Shabana Azmi has shared a picture of her father, the noted poet-lyricist Kaifi Azmi. Shabana Azmi poses with her poet father Kaifi Azmi Shabana and Kaifi are seen in matching white kurtas as they pose near a tree while on a road trip. She wrote on Instagram: “#BaapBetiJodi.When I asked my father Kaifi Azmi if he would support my …

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4 years ago

Shabana Azmi links women empowerment with upbringing of boys, redefines ‘mardangi’

Hindustan Times

Drawing attention to the issue of female foeticide with her Netflix horror film, Kaali Khuhi, veteran star Shabana Azmi was also a part of 2020’s much-acclaimed feminist OTT movie, Mee Raqsam that was an ode to the strong bond between a father and his daughter. While co-producing Mee Raqsam with brother Baba Azmi was a tribute to their father-poet Kaifi …

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4 years, 1 month ago

Shweta Basu Prasad, Ayesha Raza, Amruta Subhash and Indira Tiwari on their Netflix Films

News 18

The OTT boom in India has brought about a much-needed diversity in stories and roles. News18 recently had a discussion with actors Ayesha Raza from Ginny Weds Sunny, Amruta Subhash from Choked, along with Shweta Basu Prasad and Indira Tiwari from Serious Men. Amruta Subhash played Sharvari Tai in Anurag Kashyap’s film Choked. For Ayesha Raza, who plays matchmaker Shobha …

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4 years, 1 month ago

Anjum Singh (1967-2020): A warrior with a fierce love for life and art

Live Mint

In September last year, Anjum Singh’s solo, I am Still Here, opened at Talwar Gallery, New Delhi, to an overwhelming response. Roshini Vadehra, director, Vadehra Art Gallery, calls her a “warrior”, whose fierce love for work and life will be remembered by all. “Anjum was always passionate and loved working on a large scale in both canvas and sculpture.” Over …

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4 years, 3 months ago

The Space to Have a Sane Debate Seems to be Shrinking, Says Shabana Azmi

News 18

Acclaimed actor Shabana Azmi recently presented her brother Baba Azmi’s directorial Mee Raqsam, which is about a young motherless Muslim girl whose desire to learn Bharatnatyam creates ripples in her conservative community. In this freewheeling chat, Shabana talks about the relevance of the film in these current times, what gives her strength to stand up for what she believes in, …

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4 years, 3 months ago

Shabana Azmi: ‘The fight today is not between religions but between world views that are tolerant or intolerant’

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi’s Mee Raqsam, is on its way to the Coalition of South Asian Film Festivals. Shabana Azmi has talked about her film Mee Raqsam which stars Naseeruddin Shah. Shabana said in an interview with Hindustan Times that the film is a tribute to her father, late legendary poet, Kaifi Azmi. All the money we used to get, my father …

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4 years, 3 months ago

Shabana Azmi Opens Up About Her January Accident, Says 'It Was a Close Shave'

News 18

Actress Shabana Azmi, who celebrated her 70th birthday on Friday, opened up about her health after meeting with an accident in January. I received so much respect and concern from all parts of the world during that accident period and I think that’s one of the main reasons I recovered.” She added that she still goes off to Khandala but …

4 years, 3 months ago

Happy birthday Shabana Azmi: This is the life lesson Kaifi Azmi gave his talented daughter when she wanted to join films

Hindustan Times

In the heydays of parallel cinema in Hindi film industry, a quartet ruled the firmament -- Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Smita Patil and Shabana Azmi. Happy birthday Shabana Azmi: The actor turns 70 today. Daughter of noted Urdu poet Kaifi Azmi and stage actor Shaukat Azmi, it was only natural that Shabana was exposed to arts and a culture early …

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4 years, 3 months ago

Happy Birthday Shabana Azmi: Here are Some Lesser Known Facts About Her

News 18

Indian cinema’s veteran actor Shabana Azmi, known for her diverse range of stereotype-smashing roles, celebrates her seventieth birthday today. — Shabana Azmi and her fellow theatre actor Farooq Sheikh had participated in the renowned experimental project Tumhari Amrita, a play comprising two actors reading out letters to one another on stage. Being a vocal social welfare worker, Azmi had protested …

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4 years, 4 months ago

Shabana Azmi: Indianness is Inclusiveness

News 18

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi shuns the hardliner stance that music and art is prohibited in Islam. She cites the example of greats such as late shehnai legend Ustad Bismillah Khan and late sarod maestro Ustad Ali Akbar Khan to underline her point that true art is created when it is kept away from religious extremism. There are people who say …

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4 years, 4 months ago

‘Can’t be a better homage to our father Kaifi Azmi than Mee Raqsam,’ says Shabana Azmi

Hindustan Times

Shabana Azmi still remembers the conversation she had with her father, legendary poet Kaifi Azmi, before becoming an actor. Elaborating on the relationship with her father, Shabana Azmi shared a childhood anecdote when she wanted to have a doll with “blonde hair and blue eyes”. Kaifi Azmi also instilled a love for India’s “composite culture” in his children that they …

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5 years ago

Shabana Azmiâ€™s birthday surprise for Javed Akhtar

Deccan Chronicle

Although the actress is currently in Budapest, Shabana Azmi’s heart is clearly in Mumbai where in absentia, she’s orchestrating a week-long birthday celebration for her beloved husband Javed Akhtar. A display of photographs, posters, and paintings, this exhibition is curated by Pradeep Chandra and SMM Ausaja and will be inaugurated by Zoya and Farhan Akhtar on January 15 at Nehru …

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5 years, 1 month ago

Umrao Jaan, Salaam Bombay, Saathiya and more: A glimpse at late Shaukat Kaifi’s Bollywood journey

Hindustan Times

One of the leading faces in the theatre and film world, veteran actor Shabana Azmi’s mother Shaukat Kaifi breathed her last on Friday evening after suffering a cardiac arrest. Shaukat Azmi Kaifi worked in several films including Salaam Bombay and Umrao Jaan. Here’s a scan at the actor’s Bollywood journey: 1- Umrao Jaan The 1981 release directed by Muzaffar Ali …

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Actor Shabana Azmi terms 'Ankur' her favourite film

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