When Javed Akhtar revealed 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To Aisa Laga' was written for Madhuri Dixit

Lyricist Javed Akhtar revealed that the iconic song 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To Aisa Laga' was initially penned for Madhuri Dixit, ...

Throwback: When Anil Kapoor requested Javed Akhtar to create a male version of ‘Ek Do Teen’ in 'Tezaab'

Discover the untold story behind Anil Kapoor's request for a male version of 'Ek Do Teen' from the iconic film 'Tezaab' and ...
Hindustan Times

Films with vulgarity get clearance, those reflecting reality face censorship hurdles: Javed Akthar

Javed Akthar also voiced his discontent about the proliferation of 'vulgar' songs in cinema, revealing he has consistently rejected such offers. Veteran screenwriter-lyricist Javed Akhtar has ...
India.com

‘This won’t work!’: When Javed Akhtar once doubted Amitabh Bachchan’s film, but one song changed everything, movie name is…

In 1978, Bollywood’s “Angry Young Man” Amitabh Bachchan delivered one of his most memorable performances with Don. The film, written by the legendary duo Salim–Javed, went on to become a cult classic.
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Javed Akhtar Live in Concert

Javed Akhtar is a legendary Bollywood screenwriter, lyricist and poet. Known for his work in Hindi cinema, he has won five National Film Award for Best Lyrics and eight Filmfare Award for Best Lyrics.