Veteran actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar, widely known for his patriotic roles and iconic contributions to Indian cinema, passed away at the age of 87 on Friday. He breathed his last at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where he had been undergoing treatment since February 21 due to age-related health complications.
On the occasion of Aamir Khan’s 60th birthday on March 14, PVR INOX announced Aamir Khan: Cinema Ka Jadugar, a special film festival celebrating the actor’s contributions to Indian cinema. During the trailer launch of the festival, veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar revealed that he initially advised Aamir against doing two of his most iconic films—Lagaan (2001) and Rang De Basanti (2006).
Shabana Azmi celebrated her 74th birthday in style, surrounded by close friends and colleagues from the film industry. The festivities were filled with joy and heartfelt messages, as several prominent personalities shared their love for the veteran actress on social media.
Amazon Prime Video has announced the premiere of Angry Young Men, a highly anticipated docuseries that delves into the extraordinary legacy of Bollywood screenwriters Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. Set to launch on August 20, the three-part series promises an in-depth exploration of the creative partnership that revolutionized Indian cinema.
Javed Akhtar, the acclaimed lyricist and screenwriter, has revealed that his X (formerly Twitter) account was recently hacked. The breach resulted in a "totally harmless" message about the Indian contingent for the Paris Olympics 2024 being sent from his verified handle.
Renowned lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar recently voiced his concerns about the commercial triumph of movies featuring problematic scenes, highlighting the potentially hazardous impact on societal perceptions. Speaking at the Ajanta Ellora International Film Festival in Aurangabad, Akhtar, without explicitly naming any film, pointed to the dangers posed by the box office success of such movies.