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Shabana Azmi wishes Javed Akhtar a happy birthday: ‘I wish him good health’

TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Updated: Jan 17, 2026, 10:25 IST
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Shabana Azmi wishes Javed Akhtar a happy birthday: ‘I wish him good health’
Veteran actress Shabana Azmi celebrated her husband Javed Akhtar's 81st birthday with a heartfelt social media post and warm wishes. She expressed her deep affection, wishing him good health and continued passion for his work. The couple, married since 1984, share a strong bond, with Azmi praising Akhtar's wisdom and reliability, highlighting their shared worldview and mutual trust.
Veteran star Shabana Azmi recently shared a heartfelt tribute and birthday wish to her husband, Javed Akhtar. Many people also shared their well-wishes for the popular screenwriter as he turned 81 recently.

Shabana Azmi pens heartfelt note on Javed Akhtar’s birthday

Azmi, who is best known for her roles in films like ‘Ghoomer’, ‘Chalk n Duster’, ‘Ishk Ishk Ishk’, and ‘Faslah’, recently gave a heartfelt and sweet birthday wish to long-time partner Javed Akhtar. While talking to ANI about his birthday, the famed actress said, “From the core of my heart, I wish him good health (Unki sehat humesha achchi rahein). May he continue to work with the same passion and enthusiasm as always, and continue to win people's hearts.”She also took to her social media account to share a photo of Akhtar along with the caption "Salgirah mubarak Jadu."











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