The odd case of the Akhtars
5 years, 10 months ago

The odd case of the Akhtars

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A constant inner clash between creativity and the urge to conform to industry pattern invariably seems to bog down the works of Zoya and Farhan Akhtar every time Born to Javed Akhtar, one of the few celebrity writers of Bollywood, Farhan and Zoya Akhtar became rarities by choosing careers behind the camera. Their films — notably Zoya’s latest Gully Boy and Farhan’s 2001 directorial debut Dil Chahta Hai — have been hailed as milestones in new-age commercial Bollywood. The era of Zoya and Farhan Akhtar is different from the time Javed Akhtar wrote Deewaar with Salim Khan in 1975. Craft is clearly compromised every time the Akhtar siblings make a film, because of their inner clash between creativity and an urge to conform to industry pattern.

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Zoya Akhtar Says She 'Grew Up' in Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartment: 'The Minute We Find a Script...'
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Zoya Akhtar Says She 'Grew Up' in Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartment: 'The Minute We Find a Script...'

News 18  

The iconic screenwriting duo Salim-Javed defined an era in Indian cinema, crafting stories that have become legendary. However, their children — filmmaker Zoya Akhtar and superstar Salman Khan — have yet to collaborate on a project. Zoya, daughter of Javed Akhtar, recently hinted that such a collaboration would be “delicious,” but it hinges on finding the perfect subject that resonates …

Shabana Azmi wishes Farhan Akhtar on 50th birthday, shares adorable post
1 year ago

Shabana Azmi wishes Farhan Akhtar on 50th birthday, shares adorable post

India TV News  

The whole Akhtar family had a special midnight cake-cutting ceremony. Javed Akhtar to Farhan's mother Honey Irani and sister Zoya Akhtar and Farhan Akhtar's wife Shibani Dandekar everyone was present to celebrate Farhan Akhtar's 50th birthday. One user wrote, "Aapne jis tarah Farhan ji ko betu kaha wo bahut hi pyara hai. Farhan Akhtar is an Indian actor, filmmaker, writer, …

Farhan Akhtar wishes ‘pa’ Javed Akhtar birthday with a beautiful note
1 year, 11 months ago

Farhan Akhtar wishes ‘pa’ Javed Akhtar birthday with a beautiful note

Hindustan Times  

Actor-singer Farhan Akhtar wished lyricist-screenwriter Javed Akhtar on birthday via an Instagram post. She called him ‘pa.’ Along with fans, Hrithik Roshan, Shibani Dandekar, Chunky Panday reacted to Farhan's birthday post for Javed. Actors Chunky Panday commented, “Happy birthday Javed Saab " and Mir Sarwar wrote, “Happy birthday Ustaad-e-mohtaram.” Reacting to the post, one of Javed's fans wrote, “Happy birthday …

When Javed Akhtar said he wasn't a ‘conventional father’ to Farhan, Zoya Akhtar
1 year, 11 months ago

When Javed Akhtar said he wasn't a ‘conventional father’ to Farhan, Zoya Akhtar

Hindustan Times  

Screenwriter Javed Akhtar once answered if he was a ‘good father’ to his children--Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar. They parted ways in 1978 and share son Farhan Akhtar and daughter Zoya Akhtar. Javed Akhtar recently launched his new book, titled Jadunama, a coffee table book unveiled by Gulzar. Javed Akhtar came to Indian cinema when there was on concept of …

Zoya Akhtar digs out childhood pic of brother Farhan Akhtar on birthday
2 years ago

Zoya Akhtar digs out childhood pic of brother Farhan Akhtar on birthday

Hindustan Times  

Director Zoya Akhtar wished actor-singer, Farhan Akhtar on his birthday via an Instagram post. Along with fans Farhan's wife Shibani Dandekar and Abhishek Bachchan reacted to the birthday post. Reacting to the post, Farhan replied, “Thank you Zo.” Farhan's wife Shibani Dandekar commented, “The cutest.” Actors Abhishek Bachchan dropped a heart emoji and Divya Dutta commented, “Happy bday. Have the …

Zoya Akhtar shares full family photo with Farhan, Javed and Honey Irani
2 years, 2 months ago

Zoya Akhtar shares full family photo with Farhan, Javed and Honey Irani

Hindustan Times  

Director Zoya Akhtar took to Instagram and shared a black and white picture from her childhood on Wednesday. The photo featured lyricist-father Javed Akhtar, actor-brother Farhan Akhtar and actor-mother Honey Irani. Zoya Akhtar with Farhan Akhtar, Honey Irani and Javed Akhtar in a childhood picture. Actors Sonam Kapoor wrote, “What a lovely picture" and Hrithik Roshan commented, “Tooo sweet.” Shweta …

Farhan Akhtar and Karan Johar pen heartfelt birthday wishes for Zoya Akhtar | Photos
2 years, 3 months ago

Farhan Akhtar and Karan Johar pen heartfelt birthday wishes for Zoya Akhtar | Photos

India TV News  

Zoya Akhtar, who is one of the most prominent filmmakers in our country, turned a year wiser on Friday. Farhan Akhtar and filmmaker Karan Johar penned a heartfelt wish for the birthday girl. Farhan Akhtar took to her Instagram account and shared an adorable picture with Zoya. Image Source : INSTAGRAM/KARANJOHARKaran Johar's Insta story For the unversed, Zoya Akhtar, the …

Happy birthday Javed Akhtar: Farhan Akhtar shares throwback pic, Shibani Dandekar sends love
2 years, 11 months ago

Happy birthday Javed Akhtar: Farhan Akhtar shares throwback pic, Shibani Dandekar sends love

India TV News  

Highlights Javed Akhtar is seen looking into the distance standing by the beach in a pic from his younger days A documentary titled Angry Young Men is in the works. It will look at the journey of Salim-Javed Angry Young Men will be jointly produced by Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Salman Khan On the occasion when veteran lyricist Javed …

Salman Khan, Farhan and Zoya Akhtar join hands for documentary on Salim-Javed
3 years, 6 months ago

Salman Khan, Farhan and Zoya Akhtar join hands for documentary on Salim-Javed

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: Actor Salman Khan has partnered with Excel Entertainment owned by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani and Tiger Baby Films owned by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti to produce a documentary on film writers Salim Khan and Javid Akhtar. Salim, father to Khan and Javed, father to Farhan and Zoya, had together scripted success with umpteen films in the …

Feel proud and fortunate that Javed Akhtar is my father, says Farhan
4 years, 11 months ago

Feel proud and fortunate that Javed Akhtar is my father, says Farhan

India TV News  

Filmmaker-actor Farhan Akhtar says he feels fortunate and proud that he is celebrated writer-lyricist Javed Akhtars son. Asked what his best memory with his father was, Farhan said: "When you really love and respect a human being then it is very difficult to point out one best memory. Farhan was interacting with the media at a photo exhibition that showcased …

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