Javed Akhtar

Javed Akhtar on the Salim-Javed divide, “We had reached the pinnacle of our productivity, we could only move downward” : Bollywood News

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Javed Akhtar on the Salim-Javed divide, “We had reached the pinnacle of our productivity, we could only move downward” : Bollywood News

The revealing docu-series Angry You Men says a lot about the Salim-Javed partnership. But nothing about their sudden split. Javed Akhtar on the Salim-Javed divide, “We had reached the pinnacle of our productivity, we could only move downward” This writer decided to probe directly with Javed Saab who said, “Sorry, Sir. I can’t help you with … Read more

Rohit Shetty, Javed Akhtar and others aid veteran actor Rehana Sultan’s heart treatment amid financial crisis : Bollywood News

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Rohit Shetty, Javed Akhtar and others aid veteran actor Rehana Sultan’s heart treatment amid financial crisis : Bollywood News

Veteran actor Rehana Sultan recently underwent critical cardiac valve replacement surgery in Mumbai after experiencing severe breathing issues. The 74-year-old actor, best known for her roles in films like Dastak and Chetna, has been facing a significant financial crisis, which delayed her much-needed treatment. Rohit Shetty, Javed Akhtar and others aid veteran actor Rehana Sultan’s … Read more

Sholay’s special screening at Regal cinema: Audiences dance to ‘Mehbooba’; sing ‘Yeh Dosti Hum Nahin Todenge’; Javed Akhtar says film is better than The Godfather, Star Wars: “An actor got a career simply by saying ‘Poore pachaas hazaar’” : Bollywood News

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Sholay’s special screening at Regal cinema: Audiences dance to ‘Mehbooba’; sing ‘Yeh Dosti Hum Nahin Todenge’; Javed Akhtar says film is better than The Godfather, Star Wars: “An actor got a career simply by saying ‘Poore pachaas hazaar’” : Bollywood News

On August 30, 2024, the Film Heritage Foundation held a special one-time screening of an almost 50-year-old vintage cinemascope print of the blockbuster Sholay (1975) at the iconic Regal cinema in Mumbai. The entry was totally free and on a first come first serve basis. On August 29, some viewers were also given a chance … Read more

50 Years of Sholay: Salim Khan, Javed Akhtar get standing ovation from audience at special screening, watch 50 : Bollywood News

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50 Years of Sholay: Salim Khan, Javed Akhtar get standing ovation from audience at special screening, watch 50 : Bollywood News

Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) held a special, one-time-only screening of a nearly 50-year-old vintage 70 mm cinemascope print of the iconic blockbuster Sholay (1975) on August 31st, at Regal Cinema, Mumbai. This exclusive event attended by scores of fans and film enthusiasts celebrated the enduring legacy of the legendary screenwriting duo Salim-Javed who were also … Read more

Salim Khan aand Javed Akhtar to host special free screening of Sholay on August 31, celebrating 50 years of the iconic film 31 : Bollywood News

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Salim Khan aand Javed Akhtar to host special free screening of Sholay on August 31, celebrating 50 years of the iconic film 31 : Bollywood News

Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar starrer The Angry Young Men docu-series has received a massive response from the audience The show focuses on their journey. To make the event even more notable, the duo will host a special screening of the famous film Sholay on August 31. Salim Khan aand Javed Akhtar to host special … Read more

Salim-Javed to celebrate 49 years of ‘Sholay’ with a special screening | Hindi Movie News

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Salim-Javed to celebrate 49 years of ‘Sholay’ with a special screening | Hindi Movie News

The docu-series ‘Angry Young Men‘, featuring Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, has been met with a strong audience response. To celebrate its success, the duo is hosting a special screening of the classic film ‘Sholay‘ on August 31. The film starring Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Hema Malini, will be exclusively be screened in … Read more

Namrata Rao opens up about directing the Salim-Javed documentary Angry Young Men; says, “I thought that it would be great” : Bollywood News

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Namrata Rao opens up about directing the Salim-Javed documentary Angry Young Men; says, “I thought that it would be great” : Bollywood News

The opportunity to do a docuseries on Salim and Javed came Namrata Rao’s way when Zoya Akhtar (Javed Akhtar’s daughter) asked Namrata in December 2020 if she would like to direct it. “Actually in 2018, we, Zoya and I were both doing the anthology Lust Stories together. She had done this anthology where I was … Read more

Farhan Akhtar on impact of parents Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani’s divorce on his marriage: ‘I cannot do this to my own kids…’ |

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Farhan Akhtar on impact of parents Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani’s divorce on his marriage: ‘I cannot do this to my own kids…’ |

Farhan Akhtar‘s life has been significantly influenced by his family and marital experiences. Born to the renowned writers Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani in the early 1970s, Farhan witnessed his parents’ separation in 1978, leading to their divorce in 1985. This chapter in his life, as Farhan recently reflected, deeply shaped his perspective on relationships … Read more

Amul pays tribute to writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar after the success of their docuseries Angry Young Men : Bollywood News

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Amul pays tribute to writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar after the success of their docuseries Angry Young Men : Bollywood News

Having created some of the iconic characters in Bollywood, writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar are the men behind some of the biggest blockbusters which have catapulted actors like Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan to superstardom. In fact, the concept of ‘angry young man’ was made famous by the two writers in the film Zanjeer, … Read more

Angry Young Men: Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan get tribute with Sholay, Kranti mural in Mumbai, see pics : Bollywood News

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Angry Young Men: Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan get tribute with Sholay, Kranti mural in Mumbai, see pics : Bollywood News

To mark the launch of the Original docuseries Angry Young Men on Prime Video, a stunning mural has been unveiled in Bandra as a tribute to the iconic screenwriting duo Salim-Javed. Created by fans this vibrant piece of art honors their monumental influence on Hindi cinema. Angry Young Men: Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan get … Read more