Zoya Akhtar (born 14 October 1972) is an Indian filmmaker who works in Hindi films and series. Born to Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani, she completed a diploma in filmmaking from NYU and assisted directors Mira Nair, Tony Gerber and Dev Benegal, before …

Zoya Akhtar. Writer: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. Five feature films, three short films, one web series, six Filmfare awards, an Emmy nomination and India's official entry to the Oscars outlines Zoya Akhtar's unique ability to tell stories that break …

Zoya Akhtar. Writer: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. Five feature films, three short films, one web series, six Filmfare awards, an Emmy nomination and India's official entry to the Oscars outlines Zoya Akhtar's unique ability to tell stories that break …

She is the great-granddaughter of renowned Urdu poet Muztar Khairabadi and granddaughter of Jan Nisar Akhtar.

Jan 31, 2024 · Right from 'Luck By Chance' (2009), Zoya Akhtar has given us 15 years worth of cinematic brilliance. Here is a short trip down her glorious career path.

Dec 8, 2023 · Zoya Akhtar is no stranger to contradiction. The Indian writer, producer, and director grew up in a film family, the daughter of poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar and child star-turned...

Dec 4, 2023 · Ahead of the release of the film, director Zoya Akhtar discusses her love for the original comics, relocating Riverdale to 1960s India, casting choices and the potential for a franchise

Jan 21, 2025 · Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar joined her girl gang to celebrate her father, veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar’s 80th birthday in Mumbai. The milestone was celebrated with a grand gathering at Akhtar’s farmhouse, surrounded by family, friends, and Bollywood stars. While numerous pictures and videos from the celebration have made their way online, Zoya ...

Sep 21, 2024 · Since 2019, through Tiger Baby, Zoya has turned producer with the critically acclaimed series Made in Heaven (2019) and the Berlinale Series Award-nominated “Dahaad” (2023), both of which garnered international acclaim on Amazon Prime, solidifying Zoya’s reputation as a storyteller with universal appeal.

2 days ago · The project brings together powerhouse production banners Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, with industry veterans Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Kagti serving as producers. The ...