Farah Khan Birthday: Bollywood’s powerful woman who ruled every stage

Farah Khan Kunder is an Indian film director, choreographer, dancer, writer, producer, and actress who works primarily in Hindi cinema. She has choreographed over 100 songs in over 80 films and has received seven Filmfare Awards, including a National Film Award.

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Farah Khan has also worked in Tamil cinema and several international projects, including Monsoon Wedding (2001), Bombay Dreams (2002), Vanity Fair (2004), Marigold: An Adventure in India (2007), the Chinese film Perhaps Love (2005), and Kung Fu Yoga (2017). Her work has earned her Tony Award and Golden Horse Award nominations.

Farah Khan made her directorial debut in 2004 with the superhit film Main Hoon Na. This was followed by Om Shanti Om (2007), which earned her a  Filmfare Best Director nomination. She later directed Tees Maar Khan (2010) and the multi-starrer musical heist film Happy New Year (2014).

Private life

Farah Khan was born on January 9, 1965. Her father, Kamran Khan, was a stuntman turned filmmaker. Her mother, Menaka Irani, is the sister of famous child actors Honey Irani and Daisy Irani. Thus, Farah is a cousin of well-known film industry figures Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar.

She has a brother, Sajid Khan, who is a comedian, actor, and film director. Farah Khan married Shirish Kunder, the editor of Main Hoon Na, on 9 December 2004. They later worked together in films such as Jaan-E-Mann (2006), Om Shanti Om (2007), and Tees Maar Khan (2010). In 2008, Farah Khan gave birth to triplets—a son and two daughters—through IVF.

Career

Farah Khan was studying sociology at St. Xavier's College, Bombay, when Michael Jackson's famous music video "Thriller" was released. According to Farah, the song so inspired her that she pursued dance as a career, even though she had never danced professionally before. She taught herself to dance and formed her own dance group. When choreographerSaroj Khan left the film Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992), Farah Khan got the opportunity. She subsequently choreographed many memorable and iconic dance numbers.

She met Shah Rukh Khan on the sets of the film Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994), and from then on, the two began a close friendship and professional partnership. Farah Khan has received seven Filmfare Awards for Best Choreography. In 2013, she also choreographed the IPL 's official anthem, "Jumping Jhapak." She has also worked on several international projects, such as Monsoon Wedding, Bombay Dreams, and Vanity Fair. She received a Tony Award nomination for Best Choreography for Bombay Dreams, in which she collaborated with Anthony Van Laast.

Farah Khan trained Colombian pop star Shakira for the Bollywood version of her song "Hips Don't Lie" for the MTV Video Music Awards on 31 August 2006. She also choreographed Kylie Minogue's song "Chiggy Wiggy" from the film Blue (2009).

Television and production career

Farah Khan hosted the celebrity chat show Tere Mere Beech Mein and judged several reality shows, such as Indian Idol (seasons 1 and 2), Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar, Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega, and Dance India Dance Li'l Masters. She also judged the show Just Dance along with Hrithik Roshan and Vaibhavi Merchant. In 2015, Farah Khan hosted Bigg Boss Halla Bol (a spin-off of Bigg Boss season 8), replacing Salman Khan.

Production Company

Farah Khan and her husband Shirish Kunder have started a production company together, named "Three's Company", which is named in honour of their three children.

She is also making waves on YouTube

Farah Khan's vlogging marks a new and exciting chapter in her career, one that sees her move beyond films and television to connect directly with her audience. Through her YouTube vlogs, Farah Khan gives viewers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of Bollywood, from the fun of film sets to lighthearted conversations with big stars. These vlogs showcase her candid style, playful humor, and easygoing personality, bringing her closer to the common man. From family moments to celebrity guests, Farah Khan's vlogging is a testament to her being not only a brilliant director and choreographer but also a successful content creator in the digital age.

Upcoming Project

Filmmaker and choreographer  Farah Khan is coming up with a unique concept. Farah Khan (Farah Khan new reality show) is soon coming up with her new reality show The 50, which will be streamed on JioHotstar and  Colors TV from February 1, 2026.  Farah herself, while announcing this show, has said that Indian reality shows have been running on the same pattern for years and The 50 is coming to break that pattern. According to her, the scale of this show is bigger than any reality show till date, the number of people in it will be unprecedented and the constant pressure will be such that there will be no such thing as a comfort zone for the contestants.

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FAQs

Q1. When was Farah Khan born?

A. Farah Khan was born on 9 January 1965.

Q2. What are the various fields in which Farah Khan works?

A. She is a film director, choreographer, dancer, writer, producer and actress.

Q3. How many songs has Farah Khan choreographed so far?

A. He has choreographed more than 100 songs in more than 80 films.

Q4. What are the major awards that Farah Khan has received?

A. He has received the National Film Award and 7 Filmfare Awards.

Q5. Which was Farah Khan's first directorial venture?

A. His first directorial film was Main Hoon Na (2004).