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Zoya Akhtar (born 14 October 1972) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Hindi cinema. 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 becoming an independent writer and director.
Zoya Akhtar is an Indian filmmaker who has directed and produced acclaimed films such as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Gully Boy, and The Archies. She is the daughter of lyricist Javed Akhtar and sister of Farhan Akhtar, and has won six Filmfare awards and an Emmy nomination.
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- Bombay, Maharashtra, India
Dec 8, 2023 · The Indian director talks about her diverse films, from "Luck by Chance" to "The Archies," and how she balances creativity and challenge. She also reveals her writing process with Reema Kagti and her family background in the arts.
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Zoya Akhtar is an Indian film director and producer, known for her acclaimed films such as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Dhadakne Do, Gully Boy and The Archies. She is the daughter of lyricist Javed Akhtar and sister of Farhan Akhtar, and has won six Filmfare awards and an Emmy nomination.
- October 14, 1972
Dec 11, 2023 · “The Archies” Director Zoya Akhtar discusses making the Indian film adaptation of the beloved comic for Netflix, how and why she tries to infuse inclusive stories from India into her work,...
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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.
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Aug 30, 2023 · Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti (Berlin title “Gully Boy”) are basking in the success of their Prime Video series “Dahaad” and season 2 of “Made in Heaven.”
