Javed Akhtar was born on January 17, 1945 in Gwalior, Central India Agency, British India. He is known for his work on Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001), Om Shanti Om (2007) and Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003). He has been married to Shabana Azmi since December 9, 1984. He was previously married to Honey Irani.
Javed Akhtar
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Shamitabh
The film revolves around a very unique plot, where it shows two different individuals having different talents and when they become ONE, the mixture measures up to be a very big hit in the industry. But in the meantime, EGO comes in the way and prepares to shatter the bond…
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Fun Facts
Wrote many screenplays together with Salim Khan as team Salim-Javed.
Studied in the Pre-Independence era school Colvin Taluqedar College situated in Lucknow.
Was awarded the 'Avadh Samman' in Lucknow for his valuable contribution to Hindi cinema.
Son of Jan Nissar Akhtar. Father of Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar'.
Father of Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.
Father-in-Law of Adhuna Bhabani Akhtar.
Grandfather of Shakya Akhtar and Akira Akhtar.
Is exactly five years older than his former wife Honey Irani.
Brother in law of Actor, Director Kamran Khan (Kamran was married to Honey Irani's sister).
Former brother in law to actors Sarosh Irani and Bunny (Honey Irani brothers).
There was speculation in the media that Javed was involved with Meenakshi Sheshadri . This was due to Javed Akhtar recommending her for Mere Jung and Dacait.
Nephew is Hollywood director,writer,producer Kabir Akhtar.