Farhan Akhtar

Farhan Akhtar marks acting return with war drama

Filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar last took the director's chair in 2011. Since then, he has focused on acting and has appeared in films such as “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”, “Shaadi Ke Side Effects”, “Wazir”, and others.

Today's generation seems reluctant to embrace their masculinity: Salman Khan

At the launch of "Angry Young Men," Salman Khan, the Bollywood superstar, shared the stage with the legendary writer duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, formally known as Salim-Javed. During his remarks on their iconic films, Salman expressed his views on the current generation, stating that men today seem to have lost their desire to embrace traditional masculinity. In contrast, he affirmed that Salim and Javed have always embodied what it means to be true men, and that will never change.

Kiara Advani joins Farhan Akhtar's ‘Don 3’

Actress Kiara Advani has officially confirmed her role in the controversially discussed film "Don 3", directed by Farhan Akhtar. In an announcement made on social media, Kiara expressed her thrill to be joining the esteemed Don franchise and working alongside the talented team.

Ranveer Singh calls ‘Don 3’ casting criticism ‘natural’, compares reaction to Craig’s Bond casting

In August, Farhan Akhtar revealed that Shah Rukh Khan would not be reprising his role as Don in the third instalment of the franchise, much to everyone’s shock. Following this disclosure, a teaser featuring Ranveer Singh as Don was released. The announcement garnered a mixed response from fans, with some expressing joy about the franchise's return, while others believed Shah Rukh Khan should continue portraying the stylish criminal pursued by law enforcement across 11 countries. This sparked criticism directed at Shah Rukh Khan and the film's creators, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani.

Why Shah Rukh left 'Don 3'

Last month, Farhan Akhtar unveiled the new face of the iconic character 'Don' as Ranveer Singh for the upcoming third instalment of the franchise. This decision left Shah Rukh Khan's fans disappointed, as they had been anticipating his return to the role. In a recent interview, Farhan talked about the reasons behind this casting change and expressed his enthusiasm for having Ranveer on board.

22 years of 'Dil Chahta Hai': How much has friendship evolved since then?

Farhan Akhtar at the time wrote and captured something that would truly become the selling point of the film, catapulting it to the ‘classic’ and ‘beloved’ status it has today.

Ranveer Singh's first look as Don revealed 

Farhan Akhtar shared a teaser which revealed Ranveer Singh's macho avatar as Don. Farhan Akhtar shared the introduction video with the caption, "A New Era Begins. Don 3".

Ranveer Singh speculated to join Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’

Farhan Akhtar’s version, “Don: The Chase Begins” (2006) starring Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra also managed to carry on Chandra Barot’s mantle, making its place in the hearts of the audience. Furthermore, “Don 2: The King is Back” (2011) further affirmed the film’s position as a marvelous classic in the minds of the fans.

Iconic Bollywood friend groups we wish to be part of

Over the years, these films have served major #friendshipgoals, being our emotional support mechanisms. On the occasion of Friendship Day, we look back at four iconic groups we wish we were a part of.

September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024

Farhan Akhtar marks acting return with war drama

Filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar last took the director's chair in 2011. Since then, he has focused on acting and has appeared in films such as “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”, “Shaadi Ke Side Effects”, “Wazir”, and others.

August 14, 2024
August 14, 2024

Today's generation seems reluctant to embrace their masculinity: Salman Khan

At the launch of "Angry Young Men," Salman Khan, the Bollywood superstar, shared the stage with the legendary writer duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, formally known as Salim-Javed. During his remarks on their iconic films, Salman expressed his views on the current generation, stating that men today seem to have lost their desire to embrace traditional masculinity. In contrast, he affirmed that Salim and Javed have always embodied what it means to be true men, and that will never change.

February 20, 2024
February 20, 2024

Kiara Advani joins Farhan Akhtar's ‘Don 3’

Actress Kiara Advani has officially confirmed her role in the controversially discussed film "Don 3", directed by Farhan Akhtar. In an announcement made on social media, Kiara expressed her thrill to be joining the esteemed Don franchise and working alongside the talented team.

December 2, 2023
December 2, 2023

Ranveer Singh calls ‘Don 3’ casting criticism ‘natural’, compares reaction to Craig’s Bond casting

In August, Farhan Akhtar revealed that Shah Rukh Khan would not be reprising his role as Don in the third instalment of the franchise, much to everyone’s shock. Following this disclosure, a teaser featuring Ranveer Singh as Don was released. The announcement garnered a mixed response from fans, with some expressing joy about the franchise's return, while others believed Shah Rukh Khan should continue portraying the stylish criminal pursued by law enforcement across 11 countries. This sparked criticism directed at Shah Rukh Khan and the film's creators, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani.

September 24, 2023
September 24, 2023

Why Shah Rukh left 'Don 3'

Last month, Farhan Akhtar unveiled the new face of the iconic character 'Don' as Ranveer Singh for the upcoming third instalment of the franchise. This decision left Shah Rukh Khan's fans disappointed, as they had been anticipating his return to the role. In a recent interview, Farhan talked about the reasons behind this casting change and expressed his enthusiasm for having Ranveer on board.

August 11, 2023
August 11, 2023

22 years of 'Dil Chahta Hai': How much has friendship evolved since then?

Farhan Akhtar at the time wrote and captured something that would truly become the selling point of the film, catapulting it to the ‘classic’ and ‘beloved’ status it has today.

August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023

Ranveer Singh's first look as Don revealed 

Farhan Akhtar shared a teaser which revealed Ranveer Singh's macho avatar as Don. Farhan Akhtar shared the introduction video with the caption, "A New Era Begins. Don 3".

August 8, 2023
August 8, 2023

Ranveer Singh speculated to join Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’

Farhan Akhtar’s version, “Don: The Chase Begins” (2006) starring Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra also managed to carry on Chandra Barot’s mantle, making its place in the hearts of the audience. Furthermore, “Don 2: The King is Back” (2011) further affirmed the film’s position as a marvelous classic in the minds of the fans.

July 30, 2023
July 30, 2023

Iconic Bollywood friend groups we wish to be part of

Over the years, these films have served major #friendshipgoals, being our emotional support mechanisms. On the occasion of Friendship Day, we look back at four iconic groups we wish we were a part of.

July 16, 2023
July 16, 2023

12 Years of ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’

As we celebrate its 12th anniversary, may its message of living life to the fullest resonate with us all, urging us to embrace every moment and truly seize the day.