Farhan Akhtar Birthday: The perfect blend of acting, direction and music

Farhan Akhtar, a multifaceted talent in the Indian film industry, is celebrated as an actor, filmmaker, and singer, with a rich family legacy in cinema, being the son of Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani

He co-founded Excel Entertainment in 1999 with Ritesh Sidhwani and gained acclaim for his directorial debut with "Dil Chahta Hai" in 2001, which won the National Award for Best Hindi Film and was praised for its realistic portrayal of modern youth

Farhan debuted as an actor in "Rock On!!" in 2008, earning a National Film Award and a Filmfare Best Male Debut Award His role in "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" showcased his talent as an actor, writer, and producer, winning several awards.

His portrayal of the legendary sprinter Milkha Singh in "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" (2013) earned him the Filmfare Best Actor Award, further solidifying his status as a versatile performer

Farhan's early life in Mumbai was shaped by his parents' divorce and his upbringing by his mother, Honey Irani He comes from a lineage of renowned Urdu poets, adding a rich cultural heritage to his persona.

He married Adhuna Bhabani in 2000, with whom he has two daughters The couple separated in 2016, and Farhan later married Shibani Dandekar in 2022 without a religious ceremony.

Farhan's career began at 17 as an apprentice in film distribution and direction, leading to a successful career in directing, writing, and acting His early experiences include working on Yash Chopra's "Lamhe" and assisting Pankaj Parasher on "Himalaya Putra."

On the work front, Farhan has appeared in the historical war drama "120 Bahadur," portraying Major Shaitan Singh, and is set to work on "Don 3," with Ranveer Singh in the lead role, slated for 2026