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Javed Akhtar arrived in Mumbai with just 27 paisa in his pocket: ‘Sometimes I had food, sometimes I didn’t’- From 'Saare Jahan se Accha' to 'Vande Mataram': Songs that continue to define spirit of Independence Day
- Batwara 1947 box office collection day 1: Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta's movie opens on a decent note on Independence Day, earns Rs 5 crore in India
- Screenwriter Salim Khan discharged from Mumbai hospitalThe film industry breathes a sigh of relief as celebrated screenwriter Salim Khan has been discharged from a Mumbai medical facility. Admit...17 Mar, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
- Screenplay writer, who penned Bollywood’s most iconic film, once slept on footpathsFarah Khan's vlog offered a rare glimpse into Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi's Khanala residence, revealing Akhtar's reflections on his impo...03 Feb, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
- He arrived in Mumbai in third class train, slept in parks, earned just Rs 50 per month. Today, he has penned many blockbustersJaved Akhtar's journey from a struggling teenager to a celebrated screenwriter is a testament to perseverance. Facing hardship and initial ...20 Dec, 2025, 10.36 AM IST
- When real life acting with a cigar helped Amitabh Bachchan fool US club bouncersDuring a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, Amitabh Bachchan shared a humorous story from his youth in the United States. After be...19 Sep, 2025, 05.36 PM IST
- He made Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar overnight stars, yet his wife was found begging at Mumbai station. Who was Khemchand Prakash?Javed Akhtar's advocacy for fair compensation in the Indian film industry is fueled by tragic stories like that of Khemchand Prakash, a mus...20 Jun, 2025, 10.27 AM IST
- Aamir Khan reveals his No. 1 insecurity of his early days: 'Other top male actors made me nervous because...'Aamir Khan, despite early success, once battled insecurities about his height in an industry dominated by taller figures. Encouraged by Jav...12 Jun, 2025, 12.13 PM IST
- 'They even dream in English': Javed Akhtar slams Bollywood filmmakers, says south cinema is succeeding because...Javed Akhtar critiques Bollywood's superficial storytelling. He contrasts it with South Indian cinema's cultural clarity. Akhtar attributes...04 Jun, 2025, 03.37 PM IST
- Farhan Akhtar could have been Prateik Smita Patil's stepbrother: Actor reveals unknown secret about Shabana Azmi and Javed AkhtarIn a recent interview, actor Prateik Smita Patil revealed that he only recently discovered veteran artists Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar ha...13 May, 2025, 07.03 PM IST
- Is Andaz Apna Apna 2 becoing a reality soon? Aamir Khan drops big hint, says Salman and I definitely...Aamir Khan confirmed that work on 'Andaz Apna Apna 2' has begun, with Salman Khan also interested in the project. Aamir also revealed his r...13 Mar, 2025, 10.48 PM IST
- Javed Akhtar wonders why Allu Arjun, Prabhas films are beating Hindi films at box office. Aamir Khan says 'it is not North vs South'Aamir Khan discusses Bollywood's struggle at the box-office, attributing it to loss of connectivity with the audience and the rise of South...11 Mar, 2025, 03.27 PM IST
- Sudha Murthy touches Javed Akhtar's feet at Jaipur Literature Festival; video goes viralAt the Jaipur Literature Festival, Javed Akhtar emphasized the importance of maintaining one's mother tongue while learning English, essent...01 Feb, 2025, 09.52 AM IST
- Here’s why Sandeep Reddy Vanga refuses to take Javed Akhtar’s criticism of ‘Animal’ seriouslyThis weekend, Indian Idol Season 15 will mark the first anniversary of Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal with a special appearance by the film’s direc...07 Dec, 2024, 12.35 PM IST
- ‘Sholay’ writer Salim Khan recalls how he once paid Rs 55 as rentThe screenwriter, who alongside his colleague Javed Akhtar, crafted numerous timeless Bollywood masterpieces like ‘Sholay’, ‘Deewar’, and ‘...20 Aug, 2024, 01.54 PM IST
- Kartik Aaryan mourns Satish Kaushik, says director was 'the best landlord' he had during his initial days in MumbaiKaushik passed away from a massive cardiac arrest on March 9.10 Mar, 2023, 11.38 AM IST
- Veteran actress Shaukat Kaifi passes away at 93; Dia Mirza, Urmila Matondkar pay tributeJaved Akhtar confirmed the news of his mother-in-law's demise, saying she passed away due to age-related ailments.23 Nov, 2019, 11.03 AM IST
- Javed Akhtar campaigns for Kanhaiya in BegusaraiJaved Akhtar asserted that we must keep it in mind that wherever religion is mixed with politics.23 Apr, 2019, 10.04 PM IST
- #Independence Day special: Seven movies to watch today!If you don't have plans to step out of the house today and just enjoy a good holiday but with the Independence day vibe, you can always hav...15 Aug, 2015, 12.14 PM IST
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