Javed Akhtar
IndialyricistMaleb. 19457.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Javed Akhtar is a renowned Indian lyricist, poet, and screenwriter, celebrated for his contributions to Hindi cinema and literature. He has won numerous awards for his work and is known for his advocacy on social issues. He was recently in the news for filing a defamation case against Kangana Ranaut, claiming her statements damaged his reputation.
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Javed Akhtar wrote the lyrics for the film 'Batwara 1947'.
Karan Deol: 'My first hero': Karan Deol gets emotional about sharing screen space with Sunny Deol in 'Batwara 1947', pens heartfelt tribute on Fathers Day | Hindi Movie NewsIndia· 2026-06-21
Javed Akhtar praised Pavan Varma's book for its unique approach to storytelling based on ideas rather than incidents.
Javed Akhtar & Pavan Varma discuss if spirituality and desire can coexistIndia· 2026-03-06
Javed Akhtar wanted to adopt Prateik after the death of his mother.
میں نے پراتیک کو گلے لگانے کیلئے 25 سال انتظار کیا، شبانہ اعظمیٰ
Pakistan· 2026-02-13
Javed Akhtar provided insight into the current state of the film industry, highlighting financial issues.
We make films on the wounds of society because they need healing: Siddharth-Garima on making films unconventional filmsIndia· 2026-02-10
Honey Irani recalled how Javed Akhtar proposed in an unexpected way during a card game.
Honey Irani on maintaining a good equation with Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi after separation: ‘I didn’t want to lose them as friends’ |India· 2026-02-02
Javed Akhtar reflects on his difficult struggles during his early days in Mumbai.
রাস্তায় ঘুমাতেন, সেখান থেকেই বলিউডের খ্যাতিমান লেখক
Bangladesh· 2026-01-17Javed Akhtar stated that comedians resort to profanity when their conversations lack depth or intelligence.
گالیوں کے استعمال سے متعلق بحث، ذاکر خان کا جاوید اختر کے بیان پر ردِعملPakistan· 2025-12-22
Javed Akhtar is a prominent Indian poet and writer who recently participated in a debate about the existence of God.
مفتی شمائل نے مؤثر دلائل سے جاوید اختر کو لاجواب کردیاPakistan· 2025-12-22
Javed Akhtar participated in a debate with Mufti Shama'il Nadwi on the existence of God.
مفتی شمائل ندوی اور جاوید اختر کے مباحثے پر ثقلین مشتاق کا اظہارِ خیالPakistan· 2025-12-21
Javed Akhtar expressed his condolences for Dharmendra on social media.
মৃত্যুর গুজবের পরদিনই বাড়ি ফিরলেন ধর্মেন্দ্রBangladesh· 2025-11-12
Javed Akhtar shared his grief over the news of Dharmendra's death.
অভিনেতা ধর্মেন্দ্রর মৃত্যুর খবরকে গুজব বললেন মেয়েBangladesh· 2025-11-11Javed Akhtar expressed strong disapproval of the reception given to Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in India.
’شرمندگی محسوس کر رہا ہوں،‘ جاوید اختر کا طالبان وزیر کے استقبال پر سخت ردعملPakistan· 2025-10-14
Javed Akhtar is the president of the Foreign Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
তিন ব্যক্তি ও দুই প্রতিষ্ঠান পেল ডিএইচএল-ডেইলি স্টার বিজনেস অ্যাওয়ার্ডBangladesh· 2025-09-23
Javed Akhtar is known for his significant contributions to Indian cultural history alongside Shabana Azmi.
দুইবার আত্মহত্যার চেষ্টা, পেট্রলপাম্পে কফি বিক্রেতা থেকে আজকের শাবানাBangladesh· 2025-09-18
Lyricist-scriptwriter-poet Javed Akhtar explains why he’s opposed to a religious community claiming ownership of a language.
Javed Akhtar: ‘As long as both Hindu and Muslim extremists abuse me, I'm fine’India· 2025-09-05
Javed Akhtar was silenced in Kolkata after Islamic organisations objected to his presence at a festival.
How Javed Akhtar was silenced in Kolkata in the name of IslamIndia· 2025-09-02Javed Akhtar is an award-winning writer known for his contributions to both Hindi cinema and Urdu literature.
Urdu Academy defers Javed Akhtar event after protests | Kolkata NewsIndia· 2025-09-01
Javed Akhtar co-wrote the screenplay for the film 'Sholay' with Salim Khan.
۵۰ سالگی فیلم هندی «شعله» | معدنی که هنوز کلی طلا برای کشف دارد
Iran· 2025-08-24
Nitish Rane questioned why celebrities like Javed Akhtar, who do not speak Marathi, are never targeted.
Nitish Rane: 'Do Aamir Khan, Javed Akhtar speak in Marathi?': Maharashtra minister Nitish Rane slams assaults over language; issues 'third eye' warning, says it’s a Hindutva regime backed by Hindu votes, Mohammed Ali Road | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2025-07-04
Javed Akhtar faced backlash for his comments regarding the treatment of his wife, Shabana Azmi, in relation to their Muslim identity.
THE GRAPEVINE - Newspaper - DAWN.COMPakistan· 2025-06-15
Javed Akhtar is accused by liberal Muslim activists of legitimising discrimination against the minority community.
Why Muslims are wrong to accuse Javed Akhtar of defending housing ‘apartheid’India· 2025-06-09Javed Akhtar is an Indian lyricist whose wife, Shabana Azmi, revealed their struggles in finding an apartment due to their Muslim identity.
THE GRAPEVINE - Newspaper - DAWN.COMPakistan· 2025-06-02
Javed Akhtar has accused Pakistan of his failure to buy a house in India due to being a Muslim.
جاوید اختر نے بھارت میں گھر خریدنے میں ناکامی کا الزام بھی پاکستان پر دھر دیاPakistan· 2025-06-01
Bayat had thoughts on Javed Akhtar’s infamous anti-Pakistan remarks, in which he said he’d rather go to hell than visit Pakistan.
Please don’t vape around Hina Khwaja Bayat - CelebrityPakistan· 2025-05-30
Javed Akhtar is mentioned for his critical remarks about Pakistan and his patriotism.
Sly saffron - Newspaper - DAWN.COMPakistan· 2025-05-22
Javed Akhtar recently said he’d rather go to hell than visit Pakistan.
Javed Akhtar would rather go to hell than visit Pakistan - CelebrityPakistan· 2025-05-19
Javed Akhtar's tirade against Pakistan raised concerns on the other side of the Wagah border.
THE GRAPEVINE - Newspaper - DAWN.COMPakistan· 2025-05-18
Javed Akhtar was present at the launch of Sanjay Raut's book.
Balasaheb helped Amit Shah get bail, claims Sanjay Raut in his book ‘Narkatla Swarg' | Mumbai NewsIndia· 2025-05-18
Javed Akhtar made historically incorrect statements about Pakistani artists in India.
The Bollywood dream is no longer an option for Pakistan’s stars - CulturePakistan· 2025-05-13
Javed Akhtar made historically incorrect statements about Pakistani artists in India.
SPOTLIGHT: PAKISTAN’S BOLLYWOOD NIGHTMARE - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-05-11