Shabana Azmi is my favourite: Priyanka Chopra

Actress-singer Priyanka Chopra says Shabana Azmi, who turned 65 today, is her inspiration in the showbiz world.
"Happy bday @AzmiShabana! My favourite... Always look up to you so much! Lots of love," Priyanka, who is currently in the US, posted on Twitter.
Shabana, the wife of noted lyricist Javed Akhtar, started her career with Shyam Benegal's directoria debut "Ankur" in 1974 and soon became one of the leading actresses of Parallel Cinema.
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Her performances in films in a variety of genres have generally earned her praise and awards, which include a record of five wins of the National Film Award for best actress and several international honours.
Actress-producer Dia Happy wrote, "Happy Birthday @AzmiShabana. You are awesome and I am grateful to have your humanity inspire me."
"Happy Bday @AzmiShabana You are always loved admired...
My absolutely fave actor!!," Huma Qureshi tweeted.
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