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 126
Movies 120
Writer 63
self 12
TV Shows 6
Narrator 1
Screenplay 1
Lahore 1947 (2025)
Don 3 (2025)
Kho Gaye Hum Kahan (2023)
Dunki (2023)
The Archies (2023)
Naam Tha Kanhaiyalal (2022)
Mili (2022)
India Shayari Project (2021)
Toofaan (2021)
Panga (2020)
Panipat (2019)
Namaste England (2018)
Gold (2018)
Bird of Dusk (2018)
Manto (2018)
TED Talks India (2017)
Tumhari Sulu (2017)
Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017)
Hanuman Da Damdaar (2017)
Mahayoddha Rama (2016)
Mohenjo Daro (2016)
Bollywood and Beyond: A Century of Indian Cinema (2015)
Dil Dhadakne Do (2015)
Shamitabh (2015)
Jai Ho (2014)
Zanjeer (2013)
The Reluctant Fundamentalist (2013)
Nautanki Saala! (2013)
Ekk Deewana Tha (2012)
Don 2 (2011)
Cinema Is Everywhere (2011)
Force (2011)
The Story of Film: An Odyssey (2011)
Zokkomon (2011)
The Nature of Existence Companion Series (2011)
Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey (2010)
Mirch (2010)
Aisha (2010)
Prem Kaa Game (2010)
Karthik Calling Karthik (2010)
The Nature of Existence (2010)
3 Idiots (2009)
Life Goes On (2009)
Main Aurr Mrs Khanna (2009)
Wake Up Sid (2009)
Billa (2009)
Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye (2009)
Luck by Chance (2009)
Khushboo: The Fragrance of Love (2008)
Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
Billa (2007)
Marigold (2007)
Don (2006)
Swades (2004)
Koffee with Karan (2004)
Indian Idol (2004)
Kyun...! Ho Gaya Na (2004)
Lakshya (2004)
Supari (2003)
Armaan (2003)
Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai (2002)
Aalavandhan (2001)
Little John (2001)
Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya (2000)
Gaja Gamini (2000)
Baadshah (1999)
Jeans (1998)
Kabhi Na Kabhi (1998)
Yes Boss (1997)
Border (1997)
Prem (1995)
1942: A Love Story (1994)
Gardish (1993)
Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (1993)
Khel (1992)
Jhoothi Shaan (1991)
Jeevan Ek Sanghursh (1990)
Main Azaad Hoon (1989)
Follow That Star - Amitabh Bachchan (1989)
Joshilaay (1989)
Sathya (1988)
Mr. India (1987)
Oru Thayin Sabhatham (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)
Saath Saath (1982)
Savaal (1981)
Kranti (1981)
Shaan (1980)
Polladhavan (1980)
Dostana (1980)
Ek Do Teen Chaar (1980)
Billa (1980)
Naan Vazhavaippen (1979)
Kaala Patthar (1979)
Don (1978)
Trishul (1978)
Immaan Dharam (1977)
Chacha Bhatija (1977)
Premada Kanike (1976)
Raja Nanna Raja (1976)
Sholay (1975)
Annadammula Anubhandam (1975)
Naalai Namadhe (1975)
Deewaar (1975)
Majboor (1974)
Haath Ki Safai (1974)
Vani Rani (1974)
Zanjeer (1973)
Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973)
Seeta and Geeta (1972)
Nalla Neram (1972)
Andaz (1971)
Haathi Mere Saathi (1971)
Yakeen (1969)
Decoding Shankar
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Known ForWriting
GenderMale
Birthday1945-01-17 (79 years old)
Birth PlaceKhairabad, India
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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