Farhan Akhtar: News
Born on January 9, 1974, Indian actor, director, screenwriter, playback singer, producer, and television host Farhan Akhtar is best known for movies ‘Rock On!!’ (2008), ‘Luck By Chance’ (2009), ‘Karthik Calling Karthik’ (2010), ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ (2011), ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ (2013), and ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ (2015). Son of Indian poet, lyricist, and screenwriter Javed Akhtar and actor Honey Irani, Akhtar made his Bollywood debut as an assistant director at the age of 17 years, with Yash Chopra’s ‘Lamhe’ (1991). After establishing his production company named Excel Entertainment in 1999 along with Indian film producer Ritesh Sidhwani, he made his directorial debut with ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ in 2001. As of 2021, he has directed at least six Bollywood movies. He made his acting debut with ‘Rock On.’ As of 2021, he has appeared in at least 15 Bollywood movies. He is the brother of Indian film director Zoya Akhtar, and is the cousin of Farah Khan and Sajid Khan. And grandson of Urdu poet Jan Nisar Akhtar, and great-grandson of poet Muztar Khairabadi. He married British hairstylist Adhuna Bhabani in 2000 but the couple separated in 2016. The duo has two daughters. He is in a relationship with VJ Shibani Dandekar since 2018. He is the recipient of four Filmfare Awards and two National Awards.
01 Jul 2023
Upcoming Movies#JeeLeZaraa: After Priyanka's rumored exit, Twitter wants Deepika to join
Farhan Akhtar's Jee Le Zaraa is a case like no other.
14 Jun 2023
BollywoodSanjay Leela Bhansali confirms Abhishek Bachchan in Sahir Ludhianvi biopic
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is one of the most renowned auteurs in the world, known for his distinct style of storytelling. The filmmaker is known for tapping the unexplored potential of various actors.
02 Jun 2023
Irrfan Khan'Paan Singh Tomar' or 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag'—Twitter debates best biopic
Biopics are an easy favorite among the cinephile community.
01 Jun 2023
BollywoodRanveer Singh locks 'Baiju Bawra' and 'Don 3': Report
Ranveer Singh was the decade-defining actor of the 2010s. Ever since his debut, the actor has donned impeccable characters, his films have been moneyspinners and received critical acclaim. However, ever since the pandemic, he has not been able to strike the right chord.
19 May 2023
Ranveer SinghRanveer Singh's next Don? Times his action avatar impressed us
The speculations about Ranveer Singh replacing Shah Rukh Khan in the third installment of the Don franchise have left the internet divided!
17 May 2023
BollywoodIf not SRK, these actors can lead 'Don 3'
There's some good and bad news. Farhan Akhtar's directorial franchise Don has been brought back for a third installment but sans Shah Rukh Khan. Gossip mills are abuzz that Khan has opted out of the franchise.
14 May 2023
Don'Don 3': Shah Rukh Khan-led action thriller is finally happening!
It's finally happening!
08 May 2023
BollywoodVishal Ramchandani named CEO of Farhan Akhtar-Ritesh Sidhwani's Excel Entertainment
Excel Entertainment is one of the biggest production companies in Bollywood and is known for creating path-breaking content on both celluloid and OTT.
03 May 2023
OTT releasesSonakshi Sinha's 'Dahaad' trailer is out; details inside
Sonakshi Sinha-headlined series Dahaad is in the buzz for quite some time. It is set to premiere at Berlin Film Festival and it is being created by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti. The makers have released the trailer and it looks daunting and promising.
26 Apr 2023
OTT releasesZoya Akhtar's 'Dahaad' trailer release date out
Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti are one of the best minds in the Indian movie business. Their production house Tiger Baby, along with Excel Entertainment has produced some stellar content over the years, especially on OTT.
20 Apr 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Zoya Akhtar's 'Dahaad' starring Sonakshi Sinha first-look out
Sonakshi Sinha is one of those actors who created a huge buzz during her debut and was a promising actor, especially after Lootera. Eventually, she got lost in full-blown masala commercial films. Now the actor is rebooting and selecting better scripts.
02 Apr 2023
Bollywood5 Bollywood actors who are also writers
When it comes to talent, Hindi cinema is blessed with some of the bests.
23 Mar 2023
Bollywood FilmsAlia-Priyanka-Katrina's 'Jee Le Zaraa' is happening! Farhan Akhtar shares update
Finally, It is happening!
15 Mar 2023
Abhay DeolHappy birthday, Abhay Deol! Decoding 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara's Kabir
Abhay Deol is one of those actors who has been doing content-oriented cinema for ages. Deol has an enigmatic personality and that is what attracts his fans. Back in 2011, he starred in Zoya Akhtar's ensemble travel film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and that film is etched in our hearts to date.
03 Mar 2023
BollywoodHappy birthday, Shankar Mahadevan: Top 5 songs of the legend
Renowned singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan is celebrating his 56th birthday on Friday, March 3. The versatile singer and music composer has gifted the film industry with his soulful music and voice.
15 Feb 2023
Nora FatehiNora Fatehi to headline Kunal Kemmu's directorial debut 'Madgaon Express'
Bollywood actor Kunal Kemmu, who is famously known for his stint in movies like Golmaal and Go Goa Gone, will be donning the director's hat for the first time.
09 Jan 2023
Upcoming MoviesHappy birthday, Farhan Akhtar: Looking at his upcoming productions
There is absolutely nothing in showbiz that Farhan Akhtar cannot do!
05 Nov 2022
Priyanka Chopra Jonas'Jee Le Zaraa': PeeCee opens up about next Bollywood flick
Priyanka Chopra, who is currently visiting India, has opened up about her upcoming Bollywood film, Jee Le Zaraa.
28 Jul 2022
Bhaag Milkha BhaagFarhan Akhtar's transformation: Revealing his grueling workout sessions and diet
Actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and playback singer, Farhan Akhtar is one of the most versatile and multi-talented stars we have in Bollywood today.
22 Jul 2022
Katrina Kaif#AllAboutFees: Looking at Katrina Kaif's pay graph over the years
Katrina Kaif has made a name for herself due to her impeccable dancing skills and sheer conviction.
07 Jul 2022
Marvel Cinematic UniverseFawad Khan makes MCU debut in 'Ms. Marvel' and how!
The moment we had all been waiting for has finally arrived!
02 Jul 2022
BollywoodWho is Waleed? Farhan Akhtar's character from 'Ms. Marvel'
If you've been watching Ms. Marvel on Disney+ Hotstar, you know what we're talking about. But, for the unversed, here's a little low-down.
30 Jun 2022
Karachi'Ms. Marvel': Highlights from episode 4 of Marvel show
The adventures of Kamala Khan (Imam Vellani) continued with the fourth episode of Marvel's superhero series Ms. Marvel on Disney+ Hotstar on Wednesday.
12 Jun 2022
Priyanka Chopra JonasFarhan Akhtar's 'Jee Le Zaraa' to be delayed?
It looks like we won't be seeing the three leading ladies of Bollywood hitting the road anytime soon.
08 Jun 2022
Avengers'Ms. Marvel' episode 1 review: Unimpressive but we remain hopeful
Disney+ Hotstar dropped the first episode of Marvel's latest superhero series, Ms. Marvel, on Wednesday.
04 Jun 2022
Priyanka Chopra JonasIs Farhan Akhtar working on script for SRK's 'Don 3'?
Is Shah Rukh Khan going to work on DON 3 next?
07 May 2022
Marvel Cinematic Universe'Ms. Marvel': Farhan Akhtar joins cast of MCU web series
Following several rumors and speculations, it has been finally confirmed that Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar is set to star in the Marvel web series Ms. Marvel.
09 Mar 2022
Rishi KapoorRishi Kapoor's swansong 'Sharmaji Namkeen' to release this month
Late actor Rishi Kapoor's last film Sharmaji Namkeen finally has a release date.
23 Feb 2022
Shibani DandekarFarhan Akhtar-Shibani Dandekar share wedding photos: Check them out
Four days after their dreamy wedding, actor/director/producer Farhan Akhtar and his wife, singer/actor Shibani Dandekar have finally shared photos of the ceremony on Instagram.
19 Feb 2022
Shibani DandekarFarhan Akhtar-Shibani Dandekar are now married! Here are first pictures
And the wait is over!
18 Feb 2022
Shibani DandekarFarhan Akhtar-Shibani Dandekar wedding: Sangeet to be held today
After nearly four years of dating, actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar and his girlfriend, host-model Shibani Dandekar, are all set to tie the knot.
04 Feb 2022
BollywoodShibani Dandekar-Farhan Akhtar to marry this month, confirms Javed Akhtar
It's the season of weddings in Bollywood and the next couple to tie the knot is actor/director/producer Farhan Akhtar and anchor/model Shibani Dandekar.
18 Jan 2022
Rohit ShettyDiscovery+'s 'Mission Frontline' to now feature Rohit Shetty, Farhan Akhtar
Top filmmakers Rohit Shetty and Farhan Akhtar will share screen space for the first time in discovery+ show Mission Frontline.
06 Jan 2022
BollywoodKunal Kemmu to direct a Farhan Akhtar-backed comedy film
Kunal Kemmu, who played Michael Rodrigues in the 2020 release Malang, has decided to don a new hat.
12 Dec 2021
HollywoodPriyanka Chopra completes shoot for spy thriller 'Citadel'
Priyanka Chopra, who juggles between Bollywood and Hollywood, has finished shooting for her much-awaited project Citadel.
29 Nov 2021
EntertainmentWhy are heroes refusing to star in 'Jee Le Zaraa'?
Back in August this year, Farhan Akhtar had surprised his fans by announcing his next directorial.
16 Sep 2021
Siddhant ChaturvediFarhan-Zoya bringing us another friendship tale, 'Kho Gaye Hum Kahan'
Another tale of friendship, another set of new pals!
10 Aug 2021
Priyanka Chopra Jonas'Jee Le Zaraa': Priyanka-Katrina-Alia team up for Farhan Akhtar's directorial
Farhan Akhtar just announced his next directorial, titled Jee Le Zaraa, for which he has roped in a stellar cast.
09 Aug 2021
Saif Ali Khan'Dil Chahta Hai' sequel never been on my mind: Farhan
For two decades, fans have wondered whether their favorite on-screen friends, Akash, Sid, and Sameer from Dil Chahta Hai would reunite, this time perhaps to discuss the mid-life crisis, but filmmaker Farhan Akhtar says he has not thought about continuing the film's storyline.
02 Aug 2021
Randeep HoodaFarhan Akhtar, Randeep Hooda laud boxer Satish Kumar
Actors Farhan Akhtar and Randeep Hooda on Monday celebrated boxer Satish Kumar's gutsy performance at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics, where he fought with the reigning world champion Bakhodir Jalolov despite multiple stitches on his forehead and chin.
16 Jul 2021
Entertainment'Toofaan' review: Farhan Akhtar starrer is not just about boxing
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's directorial, Toofaan, has been released today on Amazon Prime Video, and Farhan Akhtar is outstanding in it.
10 Jul 2021
Twitter#BoycottToofaan trends again; film slammed for allegedly promoting 'love jihad'
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's upcoming movie starring Farhan Akhtar Toofaan is touted to be a sports flick, chronicling the life of national-level boxer Aziz Ali.
08 Jul 2021
Toofan'Jo Tum Aa Gaye Ho' review: 'Toofaan' falls in love
Farhan Akhtar released a song today from his movie Toofaan titled Jo Tum Aa Gaye Ho.
30 Jun 2021
BollywoodFarhan Akhtar embodies goon-turned-boxer Aziz Ali in 'Toofaan' trailer
First announced in January 2020, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra-directorial Toofaan went through a lot of turmoil and is finally getting released on July 16.
30 Jun 2021
Aamir KhanWith 'Toofaan,' Farhan was reminded of Aamir in 'Rangeela'
Actor Farhan Akhtar on Wednesday said he "relished" playing the role of a boxer in his upcoming film Toofaan, a part that reminded him of Aamir Khan's flamboyant Munna, a film ticket-seller in the black market in the 1995 hit film Rangeela.
16 Jun 2021
BollywoodFarhan Akhtar's 'Toofaan' streams on July-16, 'great date,' jokes Katrina
Farhan Akhtar took to social media today to announce the release date of his much-awaited and much-delayed sports flick Toofaan.
15 Jun 2021
Salman KhanSalman, Farhan, Zoya to produce documentary on Salim-Javed
The story behind the formidable writer duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar will be brought to the screen in a documentary produced by their children, superstar Salman Khan, actor Farhan Akhtar, and filmmaker Zoya Akhtar.
04 May 2021
Supreme Court Of IndiaFarhan Akhtar starrer 'Toofaan' postponed in view of COVID-19 situation
Farhan Akhtar has announced that his upcoming sports drama Toofaan has been postponed, in view of the grave COVID-19 situation in the country.
09 Apr 2021
BollywoodIs Farhan Akhtar shooting for a Marvel project in Bangkok?
Farhan Akhtar, who dons many hats including actor, director and producer, is reportedly working on a Marvel Studios project in Bangkok.
13 Mar 2021
Bollywood'Toofaan' teaser out: Farhan Akhtar shines in intense sports drama
A teaser of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra directorial Toofaan got dropped yesterday.
10 Mar 2021
Upcoming MoviesFarhan's 'Toofaan' will release on May 21 on Amazon Prime
While many movies are securing theatrical release dates after the Centre eased pandemic-related restrictions, many are still sticking to the OTT platforms.
08 Mar 2021
BollywoodFarhan Akhtar's 'Toofan' takes OTT route, won't release in cinemas
Even though several movies are now securing theatrical release dates for themselves, OTT platforms have still not lost their charm.
30 Jan 2021
Uttar Pradesh'Mirzapur': Allahabad High Court stays arrest of show's makers
The Allahabad High Court has stayed the arrest of web series Mirzapur's producers, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, in connection with a First Information Report (FIR) filed against them.
20 Jul 2020
Bollywood'Phone Bhoot': Katrina, Siddhant, Ishaan team up for horror-comedy
Got any bhoot-related problems? Stop worrying, desi ghost-busters Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Ishaan Khatter are coming to rescue you.
16 Jul 2020
NetflixWhat made news in the entertainment world today?
In perhaps the biggest-ever announcement from Netflix India, the streaming giant on Thursday unveiled a line-up of 17 Indian movies and shows, that will be out in coming months.
30 Jun 2020
BollywoodFarhan slams Abhay for take on 'ZNMD' and award shows
Recently, Abhay Deol expressed his disappointment with Bollywood award shows, revealing that he and co-star Farhan Akhtar were "demoted" to "Supporting Actors" for Zoya Akhtar's 2011 movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, a tale of three friends.
19 Jun 2020
BollywoodBoycotted awards because I was nominated as supporting actor: Abhay
Abhay Deol, who has a reputation for calling a spade a spade, has once again taken a dig at how the movie business works.
12 Jan 2020
BollywoodFarhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar to get married in 2020?
Actors Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar are all set to tie the knot by the end of this year, according to reports. The two have been dating for around two years now.
03 Jan 2020
BollywoodPeople call for boycott of Farhan Akhtar's 'Toofan': Here's why
Even as Farhan Akhtar shared his much-awaited first look from the upcoming sports film Toofan, a section of netizens wasn't quite pleased with Farhan and his film.
02 Jan 2020
BollywoodFarhan Akhtar shares his first look from sports film 'Toofan'
On Thursday, Farhan Akhtar gave an amazing New Year gift to his fans, as he shared his first look from the upcoming sports-drama film Toofan. Farhan will be seen playing the role of a professional boxer in the movie.
21 Dec 2019
Parineeti ChopraPolice complaint filed against Farhan Akhtar over anti-CAA tweet
On Friday, a police complaint was filed against actor/director Farhan Akhtar for allegedly posting seditious content and distorting facts about the newly-implemented Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
11 Oct 2019
Priyanka Chopra Jonas'The Sky Is Pink' review: High on emotions, lacks entertainment
Life, it's unfair. But I believe that's mainly because it lacks a script.
14 Sep 2019
Priyanka Chopra Jonas'The Sky Is Pink' received overwhelmingly at TIFF, Priyanka teary-eyed
Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar's The Sky Is Pink was premiered at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival 2019 (TIFF) last evening.
12 Sep 2019
Prakash JhaWhy did Priyanka, Farhan get a warning from Maharashtra Police?
The trailer of Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar's The Sky Is Pink, which released recently, took the Internet by storm.
10 Sep 2019
Priyanka Chopra JonasHere's dissecting the trailer of 'The Sky is Pink'
The trailer of The Sky is Pink hit YouTube today, and within a few hours, the three-minute-long clip got viewed over 1L times.
28 Jul 2019
Priyanka Chopra JonasFarhan Akhtar trains tirelessly for his next sport flick, 'Toofan'
Farhan Akhtar, who will be seen in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Toofan, is sweating hard for this upcoming sports drama.
24 Jul 2019
Bollywood'The Sky Is Pink' to premiere at Toronto Film Festival
Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Farhan Akhtar's next The Sky Is Pink, helmed by Shonali Bose, will premiere at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival 2019 (TIFF).
20 Jul 2019
Prakash JhaPriyanka Chopra's birthday look = Your luxury vacation
Priyanka Chopra celebrated her 37th birthday in the US with much panache.
07 Jul 2019
ParisWatch: Priyanka cooks pasta with husband Nick in Italy
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are the most adorable, real-life crossover that Bollywood and Hollywood ever gave us, and their dreamy social media posts are a testimony to the fact.
05 Jul 2019
Bollywood#BiggBoss13: Has Zaira Wasim been approached for Salman Khan's show?
Zaira Wasim has been all over the news post her sudden retirement from Bollywood.
16 Jun 2019
BollywoodFarhan on teaming up with Priyanka again: We're still friends
Farhan Akhtar and Priyanka Chopra shared a lovely onscreen chemistry in their last film together, Dil Dhadakne Do (2015).
13 Jun 2019
IndiaMeet Aisha, the girl who inspired 'The Sky is Pink'
"If I have to have pulmonary fibrosis, I choose to have a happy pulmonary fibrosis," these were the words of Aisha Chaudhary, a gem we lost a little too early.
10 Jun 2019
BollywoodSRK may work with Rajkumar Hirani, Ranbir with Farhan Akhtar
Bollywood heartthrobs Shah Rukh Khan and Ranbir Kapoor are two of the most sought-after actors in the industry, not only for fans, but also for directors.
19 May 2019
BollywoodWeek after elections, Farhan asks Bhopal to vote against Pragya
If there was a competition to judge the stupidity of Bollywood stars, Farhan Akhtar would clearly make it to top five.
23 Mar 2019
Varun DhawanShakti Kapoor opens up on Shraddha's wedding rumors with Rohan
Since Thursday evening, social media is abuzz with the wedding rumors of Street Dancer actress Shraddha Kapoor.
21 Mar 2019
InstagramAnusha spills beans about her sister Shibani's wedding with Farhan
Ever since Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar have thrown caution to the wind, gossip mills are abuzz about the love birds tying the knot in April.
17 Mar 2019
BollywoodCan you guess the price of Priyanka Chopra's new dress?
When it comes to the fashionistas in Bollywood, Priyanka Chopra is one name that tops the charts. Be it her airport look or at an any international event, our desi girl doesn't leave a chance to nail it with her style statement.
08 Mar 2019
HomosexualityWasn't afraid to play gay-character in 'Made In Heaven': Arjun
Actor Arjun Mathur says he was not afraid to play a gay character in Made in Heaven as he trusted creators Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti to treat the subject with a lot of sensitivity.
06 Mar 2019
InstagramFarhan Akhtar to marry girlfriend Shibani Dandekar next month?
Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar have been dating for over a year now.