Biography
Javed Akhtar (born 17 January 1945) is an Indian screenwriter, lyricist and poet. Known for his work in Hindi cinema, he has won five National Film Awards, and received the Padma Shri in 1999 and the Padma Bhushan in 2007, two of India's highest civilian honours.
Akhtar came to recognition in the duo Salim–Javed, and earned his breakthrough as a screenwriter with 1973's Zanjeer. He went on to write the films Deewaar and Sholay, both released in 1975; they earned a cult following, and had a significant impact in popular culture. He later earned praise for his work as a lyricist, winning the National Film Award for Best Lyrics five times and the Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist eight times.
Akhtar notably campaigned for the Communist Party of India (CPI) and their candidate in the 2019 Indian general election, and was a member of parliament in Rajya Sabha. For his work, he received the Richard Dawkins Award in 2020.
Filmography
all 132
Movies 126
Writer 66
self 13
TV Shows 6
Screenplay 2
Narrator 1
Lahore 1947 (2025)
Bad Newz (2024)
Kho Gaye Hum Kahan (2023)
Dunki (2023)
The Archies (2023)
Mili (2022)
Toofaan (2021)
Panga (2020)
Panipat (2019)
Namaste England (2018)
Gold (2018)
Bird of Dusk (2018)
Manto (2018)
Tumhari Sulu (2017)
Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017)
Mohenjo Daro (2016)
Zanjeer (2013)
Nautanki Saala! (2013)
Ekk Deewana Tha (2012)
Don 2 (2011)
Force (2011)
Zokkomon (2011)
Mirch (2010)
Aisha (2010)
3 Idiots (2009)
Life Goes On (2009)
Main Aurr Mrs Khanna (2009)
Wake Up Sid (2009)
Billa (2009)
Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
Billa (2007)
Marigold (2007)
Don (2006)
Swades (2004)
Indian Idol (2004)
Kyun...! Ho Gaya Na (2004)
Lakshya (2004)
Supari (2003)
Armaan (2003)
Aalavandhan (2001)
Little John (2001)
Gaja Gamini (2000)
Baadshah (1999)
Jeans (1998)
Yes Boss (1997)
Border (1997)
Prem (1995)
1942: A Love Story (1994)
Gardish (1993)
Khel (1992)
Joshilaay (1989)
Sathya (1988)
Mr. India (1987)
Dacait (1987)
Sobharaj (1986)
Mr. Bharath (1986)
Zamana (1985)
Meri Jung (1985)
Saagar (1985)
Arjun (1985)
Duniya (1984)
Mashaal (1984)
Betaab (1983)
Nathi Muthal Nathi Vare (1983)
Shakti (1982)
Savaal (1981)
Kranti (1981)
Shaan (1980)
Polladhavan (1980)
Dostana (1980)
Billa (1980)
Yugandhar (1979)
Don (1978)
Trishul (1978)
Magaadu (1976)
Sholay (1975)
Naalai Namadhe (1975)
Deewaar (1975)
Majboor (1974)
Vani Rani (1974)
Zanjeer (1973)
Nalla Neram (1972)
Andaz (1971)
Adhikar (1971)
Yakeen (1969)
Don 3
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Known ForWriting
GenderMale
Birthday1945-01-17 (79 years old)
RelationshipsHoney Irani (1972-03-21 - 1984-01-01)
SpouseShabana Azmi
ChildrenZoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar
FatherJan Nisar Akhtar
SiblingsSalman Akhtar
CitizenshipsIndia
Also Known Asजावेद अख़्तर, Salim-Javed, Javed Akthar
AwardsPadma Shri in arts, National Film Award for Best Lyrics, IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award, Padma Bhushan, Sahitya Akademi Award in Urdu
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