Javed Akhtar, who is not only a poet but also known for being a political activist celebrated his 77th birthday on 17th January 2022. His loved ones went over and above to make his birthday memorable and special.
In Khandala, he celebrated the day where he was joined by his wife and actress Shabana Azmi, son Farhan Akhtar, daughter Zoya Akhtar, film producer Boney Kapoor, and film director Rumi Jaffery. Shibani Dandekar, Farhan’s girlfriend, was also present. Due to the increasing number of Covid cases, the party was kept low-key.
Javed Akhtar has written lyrics for lots of songs over the time of his career, including Radha Kaise Naa Jale for Lagaan, Tum Ghar Kab Aaogey for Border, Main Hoon Don, and Yeh Jo Des Hai Tera for Swades, among others. Sir has written more than 1100 songs for the era.
Everyone who attended the celebration took it to Instagram, a slew of photos from the birthday bash were posted. Farhan Akhtar took to Instagram to share a photo with the words “Mi Familia” which means family and a heart emoji with it. Shabana Azmi also shared a photo on Instagram. Boney Kapoor also uploaded a selfie with Rumi Jaffery and Javed Akhtar from the party, as well as an Instagram story from the evening. Shibani, Farhan’s girlfriend, also posted a photo with Javed Ji.
Farhan also posted a wonderful birthday message for dad on his birthday calling him restless and curious, the birthday wish was a special one. Farhan Akhtar is expected to marry Shibani Dandekar in February 2022. On the 9th of January, he celebrated his birthday, and his girlfriend showered him with love and gorgeous images. Farhan will be next seen in Yudhra and Fire.
Zoya is also an incredible writer and director. Zoya and Farhan are directing the next film- Jee Le Zara together which is the most awaited after Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. Javed Akhtar’s upcoming projects include The White land.