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‘Haya karein, you are about to die’: Pak actor rants against Javed Akhtar
Bushra Ansari's remarks come after Javed Akhtar recently urged the Centre to take action against Pakistan for their alleged connections to the Pahalgam attack.
Updated on May 06, 2025 10:22 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Ananya Das
Javed Akhtar: Harassing Kashmiris after Pahalgam attack confirms Pak propaganda
Speaking at a FICCI event in Delhi, Javed Akhtar criticised those attacking Kashmiris after the Pahalgam terror attack.
Updated on May 02, 2025 09:08 AM IST
Javed Akhtar calls for all-out war on Pak
The famous lyricist also cautioned Indians against attacking Kashmiris, saying they were they were the first to fight against Pakistan in 1948 before the Indian Army intervened in the conflict
Published on May 02, 2025 08:04 AM IST
Sometimes people have to be told they can't take liberty: Javed Akhtar on responding to social media trolls
Sometimes people have to be told they can't take liberty: Javed Akhtar on responding to social media trolls
Published on Apr 30, 2025 05:09 PM IST
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Javed Akhtar says India's respect for Pakistan artistes hasn't been reciprocated
Javed Akhar talked about Pakistani artistes being allowed to work in India after the Pahalgam attack, saying there's hardly any ‘warmth’ today.
Updated on Apr 30, 2025 04:54 AM IST
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Artists security important for the security of music industry: Javed Akhtar on importance of IP laws
Artists security important for the security of music industry: Javed Akhtar on importance of IP laws
Published on Apr 29, 2025 07:52 PM IST
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Enraged Javed Akhtar says terrorists of Pahalgam ‘cannot be allowed to get away’
Veteran lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar reacted strongly against the terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir's Pahalgam.
Published on Apr 23, 2025 02:17 PM IST
Riya Sharma
Shabana Azmi has ‘come to terms’ with being more privileged than Javed Akhtar
Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar tied the knot in 1984. He was previously married to Honey Irani.
Updated on Apr 20, 2025 06:16 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Written by Ananya Das
Shabana Azmi admits to ‘stamping over’ Honey Irani's rights by marrying Javed
Javed Akhtar was first married to Honey Irani. After the two separated, he and Shabana Azmi tied the knot in 1984.
Updated on Apr 18, 2025 06:15 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Santanu Das
Javed Akhtar-Kangana Ranaut defamation settlement not 'mutual', reveals Shabana
Shabana Azmi shared that Javed Akhtar wanted a written apology from Kangana Ranaut. Javed had filed a complaint against Kangana in July 2020.
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 09:55 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Ananya Das
Javed Akhtar backs Mohanlal-Mammootty friendship amid Sabarimala prayer row
Actor Mohanlal’s recent visit to Sabarimala has sparked a debate after it emerged that he offered prayers for fellow Malayalam star Mammootty.
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 11:10 AM IST
Javed Akhtar refused to write for KKHH because of its ‘vulgar’ title: Sameer
Sameer Anjan reflects on his journey as a lyricist for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, taking over from Javed Akhtar.
Updated on Mar 25, 2025 05:33 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Ritika Kumar
Javed Akhtar is searching for Moazzam Ali Khan of Pak for this reason
Javed Akhtar expressed admiration for Pakistani singer Moazzam Ali Khan's voice on Twitter, inviting him to collaborate.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 08:09 AM IST
Soumya Srivastava
Aamir was on 6-month break from narrations when Farhan approached him for 'Dil Chahta Hai': Javed Akhtar
Aamir was on 6-month break from narrations when Farhan approached him for 'Dil Chahta Hai': Javed Akhtar
Published on Mar 09, 2025 06:55 PM IST
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Javed Akhtar told Aamir not to do Lagaan: ‘Hero dhoti mein kaise ho sakta hai’
Javed Akhtar joined Aamir Khan for an insightful conversation during the trailer launch of Aamir Khan: Cinema Ka Jadugar. The festival will begun on March 14.
Updated on Mar 09, 2025 03:40 PM IST
Javed Akhtar defends Mohammed Shami for not fasting during Ramzan
Mohammed Shami was slammed by many in social media after he was criticised for not observing a fast while playing in CT25.
Updated on Mar 07, 2025 09:42 PM IST
Javed Akhtar slams troll for falsely accusing him of fat-shaming Rohit Sharma
Javed Akhtar slams a troll who falsely accused him of fat-shaming captain of Indian cricket team, Rohit Sharma on X (formerly Twitter).
Published on Mar 05, 2025 05:49 PM IST
Riya Sharma
HT India’s Most Stylish: Everything to know about the unforgettable night
Hindustan Times celebrated films, fashion and flair today with HT India’s Most Stylish Awards 2025. Here’s everything that happened at the star-studded event
Published on Mar 04, 2025 12:00 AM IST
Javed Akhtar reveals his plan after Kangana Ranaut's apology in defamation case
Last week, Kangana Ranaut and Javed Akhtar ended their feud, with both parties withdrawing their respective complaints before the Bandra magistrate court.
Published on Mar 02, 2025 02:43 PM IST
Screen writers and composers forge a tie for equitable rights in films
The Music Composers Association of India (MCAI) and Screenwriters Association (SWA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering stronger collaboration between music composers, lyricists and screenwriters as a unified voice to make a rightful stake with producers
Published on Mar 02, 2025 07:58 AM IST
Meena Iyer
Kangana Ranaut, Javed Akhtar settle defamation case; actor apologises for inconvenience to lyricist
Mumbai: Kangana Ranaut and Javed Akhtar's legal feud ends as both withdraw complaints in court, resolving the defamation case through mediation.
Published on Mar 01, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Kangana, Javed Akhtar resolve their legal war after 5 years, pose for happy pic
Kangana Ranaut and Javed Akhtar have settled their long-standing defamation case after five years of legal battles.
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 12:57 PM IST
Soumya Srivastava
Javed Akhtar skewers trolls over communal remarks: 'Tum neech hi marogay'
Javed Akhtar also lashed out at those who said that he wasn't actually happy with Virat Kohli and Team India's victory during the India vs Pakistan match.
Updated on Feb 24, 2025 09:38 AM IST
John Abraham-Bipasha Basu broke up days before Billo Rani shoot: Vivek Agnihotri
Now, Bipasha Basu is married to Karan Singh Grover, with whom she shares a daughter, Devi. John Abraham is married to Priya Runchal.
Published on Feb 14, 2025 02:06 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal
Sudha Murty touches Javed Akhtar's feet at Jaipur Lit Fest, fans react. Watch
Sudha Murty and Javed Akhtar interacted at the Jaipur Literature Festival. Watch their video here.
Updated on Feb 01, 2025 08:44 AM IST
Javed Akhtar says he is ‘happy’ Saif Ali Khan returned from hospital post attack
Saif Ali Khan knife attack: Javed Akhtar has reacted on the incident involving actor Saif Ali Khan where he was attacked in his Bandra residence.
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 07:19 PM IST
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How time passes: Javed Akhtar on 50 years of ‘Deewaar’
How time passes: Javed Akhtar on 50 years of ‘Deewaar’
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 07:44 PM IST
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Javed Akhtar on turning 80: Best gift is Farhan, Zoya doing well
Prolific lyricist-writer Javed Akhtar spills the beans on how he rang in his 80th birthday on January 17, and what's been his best gift till date.
Published on Jan 18, 2025 10:32 AM IST
Zakir Hussain a transformative force in world of global music: Taufiq Qureshi
Mumbai honored tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain with a heartfelt tribute, celebrating his legacy and impact on global music and humanity
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 09:04 AM IST
Yogesh Pawar
Javed Akhtar: Be excellent at what you do to get your true value
He said that the demand of the world from a person is to be very good, but to be excellent in their work they need to love what they do
Published on Dec 21, 2024 09:30 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow