Farhan Akhtar birthday special: ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ ,‘Rock On!!’ to ‘Toofaan’, 5 inspiring films to stream on OTT

Not a part as an actor, but this movie brought a national award to Farhan Akhtar's kitty. Among his directorial ventures, ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ remains a defining milestone. Featuring Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna, the film marked Farhan’s remarkable debut as a filmmaker. Centred on friendship, love and evolving relationships, the drama changed the language of Hindi cinema and still feels relevant decades later. It continues to be regarded as a modern classic. The movie is available on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix.

Farhan Akhtar really took off as an actor and singer in Rock On!!. He played Aditya, the lead singer of a rock band going through a rough patch. Farhan's vibe and singing really hit home with people watching and those writing reviews. He even got nominated for a Filmfare Award for Best New Actor. Rock On!! is still a favorite. It's about passion, being creative, and getting another shot. You can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.

One can't talk about Farhan Akhtar's movies without mentioning ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’. He played Imran, a poet finding himself on a road trip in Spain. Farhan was great in it, really warm and thoughtful. With Hrithik Roshan and Abhay Deol, he made a movie that still makes people want to live life to the fullest, value their friends, and grow as people. It cab be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.

One of Farhan Akhtar’s most acclaimed performances came with ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’. The biographical drama saw him transform into legendary athlete Milkha Singh, a role that demanded intense physical training and emotional depth. His dedication paid off, as the film became both a critical and commercial success, firmly establishing him as a powerhouse performer. Watch this movie on Amazon Prime Video.

In ‘Toofaan’, Farhan Akhtar portrayed Aziz Ali, an underdog boxer fighting both personal and professional battles. The film showcased his commitment to physically demanding roles and emotionally layered storytelling. His performance, combined with the film’s gritty narrative, made ‘Toofaan’ a compelling watch for those drawn to stories of resilience and redemption. Watch this movie on Amazon Prime Video.