Personal details
- Birth Date: 1974-01-09
- Height: 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
- Birth Location: Mumbai, India
- Children: (divorced, 2 children) Shakya Akhtar
- Parents: Javed Akhtar
- Professions: Producer, Writer, Art Director
Farhan Akhtar, honestly, is one of those rare folks in Bollywood who seems like he just can't sit still. Born into a powerhouse creative family—his dad, Javed Akhtar, is basically Bollywood royalty when it comes to writing, and his mom, Honey Irani, knows her way around a script too—Farhan had storytelling in his blood from day one. The guy’s worn every hat: producer, director, actor, singer, you name it. He kicked things off with Excel Entertainment back in ‘99 alongside his buddy Ritesh Sidhwani, and that banner’s been attached to some of the slickest, freshest movies out there. His first big splash? “Dil Chahta Hai” in 2001. He was just 26 and already juggling writing, directing, and producing. The film’s still legendary—kind of the gold standard for coming-of-age stories in Hindi cinema. It scooped up the National Award and a bunch of Filmfares, and honestly, it’s still shaping the way new directors think. And then, just when people thought he’d stick to behind-the-scenes stuff, he jumps in front of the camera and belts out songs in “Rock On!!” in 2008. Another hit, more awards, and suddenly Farhan the actor-singer is born. He kept rolling with “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara”—everyone and their grandma loves that film. Then he went full method as Milkha Singh in “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag,” and people couldn’t stop talking about his commitment. Awards followed, obviously. “The Sky Is Pink” premiered at TIFF and got a wild standing ovation, just to round things out. Outside films? He’s all heart, launching MARD to fight gender discrimination, even being named the first male UN Women goodwill ambassador for South Asia. Oh, and he’s got a band, too. Can’t keep this guy in one lane. Farhan lives in Mumbai with his two daughters, still making waves.
Here’s a little nugget for Bollywood fans: he’s literally just one day older than Hrithik Roshan, and the two actually happen to be tight off-screen too. Wild, right? It’s not every day you find actors who share both a birthday proximity and a friendship that goes beyond film sets. There’s always been this sort of playful rivalry and genuine affection between them—people close to the industry know their bond runs pretty deep. They’ve even joked about their birthday situation in interviews, turning it into a running gag. Honestly, their friendship is the kind you rarely see in a business that’s way too competitive most of the time. Whether they’re poking fun at each other online, or just hanging out at parties, fans love their dynamic. It’s that real-life bromance energy that makes trivia like this even more fun for movie geeks. So next time you’re watching their movies, yeah, remember—they’re practically birthday twins.
Karthik Calling Karthik is all about this ordinary guy, Karthik, who’s just... invisible, you know? He’s stuck in a dead-end job, constantly bullied, and honestly, his self-esteem is somewhere below sea level. The dude has zero confidence, barely talks to anyone, and pretty much lives in his own anxious bubble. Then outta nowhere, he starts getting mysterious phone calls every morning. Here’s the kicker—the calls are from himself. Like, literally, his own voice on the other end, giving him advice, pushing him to step up and change his life. Trippy, right? Suddenly, Karthik starts turning things around: he stands up to his boss, his love life isn’t a joke anymore, and he finally feels alive. But—plot twist—those calls? They’re not what they seem, and things get dark, fast. The movie dives into mental health stuff and keeps you guessing about what’s real and what’s just in his head.
January 9, 1974
5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Mumbai, India
Yes, Shakya Akhtar
Javed Akhtar and Surekha
51 years old