Javed Akhtar blasts columnist who questioned makers' choice to cast Aamir Khan in Mahabharata
Noted lyricist Javed Akhtar on Wednesday lambasted columnist Francois Gautier, who raised an objection over reports of actor Aamir Khan playing a pivotal role in a movie on Hindu epic the Mahabharata.
Mar 22, 2018, 18:38 PM IST
Shabana Azmi denounces Oscars red carpet culture
The actress, who has always been vocal about censuring the beauty and fashion standards set by international film festivals and award galas, did not mention which edition of Oscars she was watching.
Mar 11, 2018, 14:34 PM IST
Did you know: Amjad Khan was not the first choice for Gabbar Singh
The role had earlier went to Danny Denzongpa, who was, as per several media reports, the first choice of the director.
Feb 25, 2018, 00:02 AM IST
Not happy with Bollywood's present music scenario: Javed Akhtar
Akhtar, who has won multiple national awards for his lyrics in Hindi blockbusters like Godmother, Border and Lagaan, said Indian listeners prefer music that they can themselves sing.
Feb 09, 2018, 12:45 PM IST
Now, Javed Akhtar says ‘loudspeakers should not be used by mosques’
Javed Akhtar further said that loudspeakers should not be used by any place of worship in residential areas.
Feb 08, 2018, 14:18 PM IST
Padmaavat should be sent as India's entry to the Oscars: Shabana Azmi
Shabana too was excited after watching the film and said it should be India's nominee for the Oscars.
Jan 26, 2018, 13:37 PM IST
Zee JLF 2018: Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi and other prominent authors to turn speakers at the event
The festival’s core values remain unchanged; to serve as a democratic, non-aligned platform offering free and fair access.
Jan 22, 2018, 13:48 PM IST
ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival: Mira Nair, Javed Akhtar, Vishal Bhardwaj all set to attend
Being held at the Diggi Palace in Jaipur, the festival which is an amalgamation of not just literature but the arts as well, will host thought provoking conversations and debates involving the filmmakers and artistes.
Dec 20, 2017, 08:20 AM IST
Javed Akhtar clarifies on equating Manmohan Singh with God
Taking to Twitter, Javed Akhtar said that he did not equate the two.
Dec 12, 2017, 09:40 AM IST
Shabana, Javed Akhtar clock 33 years of marriage
Choreographer-filmmaker Farah Khan and Shirish Kunder are also celebrating their wedding anniversary.
Dec 09, 2017, 14:11 PM IST
Padmavati row: FIR against Javed Akhtar for allegedly insulting Rajputs
Javed Akhtar has courted a controversy for saying that the Rajput kings never actually fought against the Britishers in the last 200 years.
Nov 21, 2017, 17:02 PM IST
Javed Akhtar receives Hridaynath Mangeshkar Award
Veteran writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar has been honoured with the Hridaynath Mangeshkar Award.
Oct 27, 2017, 16:13 PM IST
Sangeet Som's ignorance of history is really monumental: Javed Akhtar on Taj Mahal controversy
Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan described Rashtrapati Bhavan as a sign of slavery.
Oct 17, 2017, 21:53 PM IST
Get ready to watch 'Bareilly Ki Barfi' in Javed Akhtar's voice
The makers of 'Bareilly Ki Barfi' have roped in five-time National Award winning lyricist Javed Akhtar as the narrator for the film.
Aug 11, 2017, 11:36 AM IST
Triple talaq should be legally banned, says Javed Akhtar
Javed Akhtar’s tweet comes a day after the AIMPLB told the Supreme Court that it will tell Qazis to "advise" the bridegroom and bride during nikah to do away with the provision of triple talaq.
May 23, 2017, 14:05 PM IST
Javed Akhtar calls shelving of Australian award function 'unacceptable'
Veteran writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar has expressed dissent over the cancellation of the first edition of the Indian Film Festival and Awards of Australia (IFFAA) due to terror threats. He says it is unacceptable and outrageous.
May 08, 2017, 17:23 PM IST
Sonu Nigam ‘Azaan’ tweet row: Praying to god shouldn't disturb others, says Javed Akhtar
For the unversed, the 43-year-old vocalist took the nation by storm after terming the practice of Azaan as "forced religiousness," on April 17.
Apr 22, 2017, 16:28 PM IST
Javed Akhtar is voice of Valmiki in 'Hanuman Da Damdaar'
Veteran writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar has given the voice-over to animated character Valmiki in the forthcoming film "Hanuman Da Damdaar".
Apr 17, 2017, 15:40 PM IST
Javed Akhtar calls AIMPLB's boycotting 'abusers of Triple Talaq' a HOAX!
The burning issue of 'Triple Talaq' has invited debate and discussions on various platforms for past few days. A day after the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) made clear that abusers of Triple Talaq shall be socially boycotted and that the board is working on formulating a code of conduct, the famous writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar expressed his anger on the subject.
Apr 17, 2017, 13:10 PM IST
