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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
Earlier, it was Priyanka Chopra who opted out of the project to focus on her Hollywood career, followed by false rumors of Katrina Kaif's exit.
Initially, the film was supposed to feature Katrina, Priyanka and Alia as characters going on an ‘all girl’ road trip just like in “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara”.
The ensemble cast of Anil Kapoor, Shefali Shah, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma, Farhan Akhtar and Rahul Bose evidently make this movie a success.
Be it his soul touching performance in “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara” or the dramatic remake of Amitabh Bachchan's “Don”, Farhan Akhtar is undoubtedly Bollywood’s versatile genius. Today marks the birthday of the actor-director and musician extraordinaire and to commemorate; here are 5 of his movies that you cannot miss at all!
Football heavyweights Manchester City joined the craze of the blockbuster Indian film, “KGF: Chapter 2”, after they put together a post of their own KGF on Instagram.
Cricketer Yuvraj Singh enters the fashion industry by launching his brand YWC Fashion and says the profits from his clothing line will be used for the betterment of cancer patients.
Bollywood stars Farhan Akhtar and Shraddha Kapoor found themselves once again on the sets of their upcoming musical drama 'Rock On 2'.
Farhan Akhtar originally wrote “DIl Chahta Hai” keeping in mind Hrithik as the leading character, Sidhharth.
