Javed Akhtar
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Born 1945-01-17
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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.
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Indian Idol
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Koffee with Karan
Kaun Banega Crorepati
Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai
Border 2
Batwara 1947
The Story of Film: An Odyssey
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Dunki
Superboys of Malegaon
The Roshans
Jodhaa Akbar
Angry Young Men
Sholay
Swades
Little John
Naalai Namadhe
Don
Border
TED Talks India
Jai Ho
The Archies
Dil Dhadakne Do
Mr. Bharath
Baadshah
120 Bahadur
Thee
Luck by Chance
Marigold
Railway Coolie
Kho Gaye Hum Kahan
Mohenjo Daro
Lakshya
Toofaan
Yaadon Ki Baaraat
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Force
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Aisha
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Ekk Deewana Tha
Wake Up Sid
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Karthik Calling Karthik
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Mr. India
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Billa
Yes Boss
Gold
Dostana
Haathi Mere Saathi
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Shaan
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