Multi-talented artist Farhan Akhtar ushered in another year of life with an intimate family gathering, sharing joy and laughter as he celebrated his birthday. The actor, singer, and filmmaker’s special day commenced with a delightful cake-cutting ceremony, capturing a heartwarming moment in a family picture shared by his stepmother, Shabana Azmi, on Instagram.
In the shared image, a jubilant Farhan Akhtar donned a black t-shirt and pants, radiating happiness as he posed alongside his wife and actor Shibani Akhtar, who elegantly stood beside him in a grey t-shirt and blue denims. The birthday boy was surrounded by love and warmth, with Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar flanking the couple. Filmmaker sister Zoya Akhtar completed the joyous family tableau.
Expressing her heartfelt wishes, Shabana Azmi captioned the post, “Salgirah mubarak betu #FarhanAkhtar. Jeete raho khush raho bahut saara pyar” (Happy Birthday dear Farhan Akhtar. May you live long, stay happy, and receive lots of love).
Amidst the birthday celebrations, Farhan Akhtar took the opportunity to share exciting updates about his directorial ventures. The talented filmmaker announced two eagerly awaited projects – ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ and ‘Don 3.’
‘Jee Le Zaraa,’ initially revealed a couple of years ago, is set to feature a stellar ensemble cast, including Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif. The film promises to be an all-female buddy road movie, boasting a captivating storyline crafted by Zoya Akhtar and co-writer Reema Kagti.
Simultaneously, Farhan Akhtar surprised fans with the news of the return of the iconic ‘Don’ franchise. However, this time, the torchbearer of the titular character will be none other than Ranveer Singh, taking over from the legendary Shah Rukh Khan. In a recent dialogue with BBC Asian Network, Farhan discussed the casting decision, acknowledging the mix of excitement and anxiety that comes with stepping into a role previously portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan.
Farhan expressed his confidence in Ranveer Singh’s abilities and praised the actor’s unique style and flair. Drawing parallels with the initial skepticism when Shah Rukh Khan took over the role from Amitabh Bachchan, Farhan highlighted the importance of an actor making the character their own. He conveyed his anticipation for the project and emphasized his responsibility to align the film with his creative vision.
As Farhan Akhtar embarks on another year of life, the exciting cinematic ventures ahead promise to add more laurels to his illustrious career. The intimate family celebration and professional revelations underscore the actor-filmmaker’s multifaceted journey in the world of entertainment.
