Javed Akhtar
Javed Akhtar is known for Sholay (1975), Don (2006), Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017).
Biography
Javed Akhtar (born 17 January 1945) is an Indian screenwriter, lyricist and poet. Known for his work in Hindi cinema, he has won five National Film Awards, and received the Padma Shri in 1999 and the Padma Bhushan in 2007, two of India's highest civilian honours. He is considered as one of the greatest screenwriters in the history of Hindi Cinema.
Akhtar came to recognition in the duo Salim–Javed, and earned his breakthrough as a screenwriter with 1973's Zanjeer. He went on to write the films Deewaar and Sholay, both released in 1975; they earned a cult following, and had a significant impact in popular culture. He later earned praise for his work as a lyricist, winning the National Film Award for Best Lyrics five times and the Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist eight times.
Questions about Javed Akhtar
How many Javed Akhtar films are in the catalogue?
The CineQuiz catalogue has 39 films with Javed Akhtar, from 1971 to 2022.
What is the best rated Javed Akhtar film?
The best rated Javed Akhtar film in the catalogue is Sholay (1975), rated 7.1.
What was the first Javed Akhtar film?
The first Javed Akhtar film in the catalogue is Deewaar, from 1975.
Who has Javed Akhtar worked with the most?
In the catalogue, Javed Akhtar shares the most credits with Amitabh Bachchan (5 films), Salim Khan (5 films) and Iftekhar (3 films).
People data: TMDb.
Known for
Full filmography
42 films — 39 in the catalogue
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Naam Tha Kanhaiyalal
2022
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4.0 The Master: Shyam Benegal
2022 · Himself
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6.0 India Shayari Project
2021 · Self
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Bird of Dusk
2018 · (archival footage)
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7.4 Manto
2018 · Abid Ali Abid
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6.9 Bareilly Ki Barfi
2017 · Narrator
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5.2 Hanuman Da Damdaar
2017 · Valmiki (voice)
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5.2 Bollywood and Beyond: A Century of Indian Cinema
2015 · Self
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6.0 Shamitabh
2015 · Self
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6.0 Jai Ho
2014 · self
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5.5 Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye
2009 · Judge 1
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6.5 Luck by Chance
2009 · Self
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Follow That Star - Amitabh Bachchan
1989
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6.9 Don
2006
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5.7 Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja
1993
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6.4 Khel
1992
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6.4 Main Azaad Hoon
1989
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5.3 Arjun
1985
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7.1 Sholay
1975
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6.7 Lakshya
2004
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7.2 Kabhi Na Kabhi
1998
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4.5 Prem
1995
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6.0 Joshilaay
1989
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10.0 Zamana
1985
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7.3 Duniya
1984
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6.0 Dostana
1980
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7.5 Kaala Patthar
1979
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10.0 Aakhri Daao
1975
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7.2 Deewaar
1975
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5.1 Aisha
2010
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6.9 Mr. India
1987
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7.5 Meri Jung
1985
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6.6 Saagar
1985
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7.4 Shakti
1982
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6.8 Shaan
1980
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6.6 Don
1978
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6.4 Trishul
1978
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7.2 Majboor
1974
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6.9 Zanjeer
1973
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7.9 Yaadon Ki Baaraat
1973
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7.0 Seeta and Geeta
1972
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7.1 Haathi Mere Saathi
1971
Series and TV shows
6 titles
7.9
8.3
7.7
5.7
5.9
6.6
People data: TMDb.
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