On Javed Akhtar's birthday, ten heartrending poems by him
4 years, 11 months ago

On Javed Akhtar's birthday, ten heartrending poems by him

India TV News  

From co-writing movies like 'Sholay' and 'Deewaar' to independently giving Indian cinema gems of lyrics in songs 'Yeh Kahaan Aa Gaye Hum,' 'Dil Dhadakne Do' and others, legendary poet Javed Akhtar is a force to reckon with. I’m totally involved with life, and don’t feel like a retired, tired person at all," Javed Akhtar said, in an interview. On Javed Akhtar's 75th birthday, we enlist a few of the poems penned by him. Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Bewafa Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Aaj Maine Fir Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Hume Manzoor Ho Gaye Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Woh Jo Apne Hain Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Guftagoo Ke Phool Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Aur Tum Aao Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Dil Aakhir Tu Kyun Roya Hai Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Yeh Jaane Kaisa Raaz Hai Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Toh Zinda Ho Tum Javed Akhtar's soul-stirring poetry - Kyun Darein Zindagi Mein More Bollywood stories and picture galleries For all latest news and updates, stay tuned to our Facebook page

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Javed Akhtar: New crop of actors can't read dialogues in Hindi script
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Javed Akhtar: New crop of actors can't read dialogues in Hindi script

The Hindu  

Veteran lyricist-writer Javed Akhtar says he has to write Hindi dialogues in the Roman script for the new generation of actors today because "they can't read anything else". They can't read anything else," Akhtar told a packed house at the CD Deshmukh Auditorium. Language, culture, values, and aesthetics are "dynamic in nature", said Akhtar, adding they would die if they …

Without a subconscious, AI cannot beat us: Javed Akhtar
1 year, 5 months ago

Without a subconscious, AI cannot beat us: Javed Akhtar

Hindustan Times  

As the world continues to wring its hands about artificial intelligence taking over creative realms, lyricist-screenwriter Javed Akhtar advocates accepting the change and having faith in human capabilities. Lyricist-writer Javed Akhtar spoke at the Bengaluru Poetry Festival this year “I believe in the inevitability of technological progress, and perhaps the rest of humanity will have to adjust accordingly. Like you …

It is the kind of atmosphere where you are not allowed to comment: Javed Akhtar
1 year, 5 months ago

It is the kind of atmosphere where you are not allowed to comment: Javed Akhtar

The Hindu  

“It is the kind of atmosphere where you are not allowed to comment,” said scriptwriter, lyricist, and poet Javed Akhtar at the seventh edition of the Bengaluru Poetry Festival on Sunday, when asked about his thoughts about the current political atmosphere in the county. In a freewheeling conversation with Gurgaon-based independent journalist Humra Quraishi that touched on multiple topics, including …

After attending Satish Kaushik's funeral, Javed Akhtar pens emotional note: 'Aag ki chaadar odhay...'
1 year, 10 months ago

After attending Satish Kaushik's funeral, Javed Akhtar pens emotional note: 'Aag ki chaadar odhay...'

India TV News  

Veteran actor Satish Kaushik's sudden demise sent shock waves to the entire film industry. Satish arrived in Delhi after attending Javed Akhtar's Holi party, to celebrate the festival with his childhood friends and family. Anupam Kher, Javed Akhtar Sham Kaushal, Salman Khan, Abhishek Bachchan and Ranbir Kapoor were among the Bollywood celebs visiting Kaushik's Mumbai residence to pay their last …

Javed Akhtar pokes fun at Shashi Tharoor's Hindi as he sings Ek Ajnabee Haseena Se at event. Watch
3 years, 4 months ago

Javed Akhtar pokes fun at Shashi Tharoor's Hindi as he sings Ek Ajnabee Haseena Se at event. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Member of Parliament and author Shashi Tharoor shared a rare treat for his followers on Monday. He posted a video of himself on Twitter as he sang classic Hindi song Ek Ajnabee Haseena Se at an event. Javed Akhtar tweeted at Shashi Tharoor about his Hindi skills. Unrehearsed and amateur but do enjoy!” Though Shashi got all the lyrics right, …

Javed Akhtar on 75th birthday: ‘I don’t feel like a retired, tired person at all’
4 years, 11 months ago

Javed Akhtar on 75th birthday: ‘I don’t feel like a retired, tired person at all’

Hindustan Times  

You’re only as old as you feel. The adage suits best for writer Javed Akhtar, who uses the age-old cliche of “age is just a number” as he turns 75 on Friday. I’m totally involved with life, and don’t feel like a retired, tired person at all,” he says. The wizard of words, who has spent over five decades in …

Javed Akhtar says he still has to do a lot of work
4 years, 11 months ago

Javed Akhtar says he still has to do a lot of work

India TV News  

Veteran writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar beams with energy at the age of 75 and says he still has to do a lot of work. Akhtar, who has been active in the film industry for nearly five decades now, said: "Every human being goes through good and bad, happy and sad times in his life. Asked Akhtar what his kids had gifted …

Birthday Special: These 10 poignant poems by Javed Akhtar will touch the deepest layers of your heart
5 years, 11 months ago

Birthday Special: These 10 poignant poems by Javed Akhtar will touch the deepest layers of your heart

India TV News  

If you’ve watched Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and wiped a tear from the corner of your eyes while listening to those poignant poetry, thanks Javed Akhtar for giving you that moment. The poems have been recited by his son and bonafide actor Farhan Akhtar and they perfectly sum up how unfair and unjust life can sometimes be. Without any doubt, …

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