Before the hero moved, before the villain reacted, it was the Salim-Javed line that arrived first. Sharp, dramatic, impossible to ignore. Their dialogues walked out with the audience, repeating themselves like part of daily life.
Veteran screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar has reacted to the new penal code introduced by the Taliban. He urged Indian clerics to condemn it, sparking debate online about accountability and silence.
A deep dive into how Salim-Javed reshaped Hindi cinema in the 1970s by crafting Amitabh Bachchan’s Angry Young Man persona through socially rooted plots, integrated screenwriting, and powerful dialogue-driven storytelling.
Veteran poet-lyricist Javed Akhtar said religious groups tend to take offence more easily than others, observing that expressions of emotional hurt are often used as a defence when beliefs cannot be supported through reason or logic.
Legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar has turned down 'Border 2', calling the idea of reworking old songs “creative bankruptcy.” He urges filmmakers to focus on fresh, original music for the sequel.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga takes a dig at Javed Akhtar's comments on his blockbuster film 'Animal.' Details inside.
Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar got married on December 9, 1984, in a ceremony that was both intimate and joyful. All thanks to Annu Kapoor!
Veteran filmmaker and lyricist Javed Akhtar adds his insights to the debate about skyrocketing entourage fees.
Veteran screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar who is known for his commendable contribution to the Hindi Film industry, once praised Superstar Amitabh Bachchan for his iconic films ‘Saudagar’ and ‘Mili’.
She shares her personal journey with motherhood and career choices, advocating for a broader definition of success for all genders.
